How far is Java, TX from Alto, TX?
The driving distance from Java, TX to Alto, TX is about 23.4 miles (37.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.2 miles (27.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Cherokee County, Texas
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Java and Alto.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Java and Alto.
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Start on Jarrat Street
46 m · 7 sec · Jarrat Street
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Turn right onto County Road 2126
1.2 mi · 5 min · County Road 2126
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Turn right onto US Highway 84 West
8.1 mi · 12 min · US Highway 84 West
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Continue on West 6th Street
2.9 mi · 5 min · West 6th Street
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Turn left onto North Henderson Street
2274 ft · 45 sec · North Henderson Street
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Turn right onto South Dickinson Drive
1.9 mi · 2 min · South Dickinson Drive
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Continue on US Highway 69 South
9.3 mi · 11 min · US Highway 69 South
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Continue on North Marcus Street
2888 ft · 37 sec · North Marcus Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Marcus Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Java and Alto.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
US Highway 69 South
Continue on US Highway 69 South
9.31 mi · 00h 11m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Java and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Alto.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Java to Alto?
The road trip is about 23.4 miles (37.6 km) and usually takes 00h 27m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Rusk is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.2 miles from Java and 11.2 miles from Alto.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.2 miles (27.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.10 one way or $6.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Java and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Alto.
Stop Ideas Near Rusk
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Rusk.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Java and Alto. Straight-line distance: 17.24 mi (27.74 km).
#1 Java
Java is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.7843400, -95.3202300 |
| Altitude | 107 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alto
Town in Texas, USA
| Population | 1,239 |
| Coordinates | 31.6504500, -95.0727200 |
| Altitude | 133 |
| Country | United States |
End: US 69 South (-95.072612, 31.650489)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 38 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.78 | $3.10 | $6.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.49 | $6.97 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $3.76 | $7.53 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $3.27 | $6.55 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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