How far is Kemp, TX from Talty, TX?
The driving distance from Kemp, TX to Talty, TX is about 20.7 miles (33.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19 miles (30.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 58m 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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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kemp and Talty.
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Start on East 9th Street
35 m · 5 sec · East 9th Street
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Turn right onto North Elm Street
1 mi · 2 min · North Elm Street
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Turn left onto East US Highway 175
10.6 mi · 11 min · East US Highway 175
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 243: Canton
1127 ft · 32 sec
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Continue on Ed Hall Drive
1349 ft · 29 sec · Ed Hall Drive
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Turn left onto North Shannon Street
1443 ft · 45 sec · North Shannon Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
7.1 mi · 13 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North FM 148
1.1 mi · 1 min · North FM 148
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · FM 1641
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kemp and Talty.
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.
East US Highway 175
Turn left onto East US Highway 175
10.6 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 Kemp and Mostly Cloudy near Talty.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kemp to Talty?
The road trip is about 20.7 miles (33.3 km) and usually takes 00h 29m 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?
Kaufman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.4 miles from Kemp and 10.3 miles from Talty.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19 miles (30.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.7 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 7:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.76 one way or $5.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Kemp and Mostly Cloudy near Talty.
Stop Ideas Near Kaufman
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kemp and Talty. Straight-line distance: 18.93 mi (30.46 km).
#1 Kemp
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,251 |
| Coordinates | 32.4426400, -96.2299800 |
| Altitude | 116 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Talty
City in Kaufman County, Texas, United States
| Population | 2,883 |
| Coordinates | 32.6831900, -96.3855400 |
| Altitude | 134 |
| Country | United States |
End: Talty (-96.38554, 32.68319)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 33 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
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 | $2.76 | $5.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.10 | $6.21 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $3.35 | $6.70 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $2.91 | $5.83 |
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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