How far is Linden, TX from Jefferson, TX?
The driving distance from Linden, TX to Jefferson, TX is about 18.6 miles (30 km), with a travel time of about 00h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.6 miles (28.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 42m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 21m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Texas, United States, part of the Houston metro area
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Linden and Jefferson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Linden and Jefferson.
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Start on North Main Street
1.2 km · 2 min · North Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right
17.2 mi · 18 min
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Turn left onto East Broadway Street
1704 ft · 39 sec · East Broadway Street
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Turn slight right
110 m · 13 sec
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Turn straight onto North Polk Street
1613 ft · 45 sec · North Polk Street
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Turn right onto West Lafayette Street
25 m · 4 sec · West Lafayette Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Lafayette Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Linden and Jefferson.
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.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn right
17.2 mi · 00h 18m
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 Clear leaving Linden and Mostly Clear near Jefferson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Linden to Jefferson?
The road trip is about 18.6 miles (30 km) and usually takes 00h 21m 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?
Liberty is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.3 miles from Linden and 9.3 miles from Jefferson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.6 miles (28.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 1 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 7:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.56 one way or $5.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Linden and Mostly Clear near Jefferson.
Stop Ideas Near Liberty
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 Liberty.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Linden and Jefferson. Straight-line distance: 17.66 mi (28.42 km).
#1 Linden
City in Cass County, Texas, USA
| Population | 1,888 |
| Coordinates | 33.0123500, -94.3654700 |
| Altitude | 116 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jefferson
City in Marion County, Texas, USA
| Population | 1,924 |
| Coordinates | 32.7573600, -94.3451900 |
| Altitude | 59 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jefferson (-94.34519, 32.75736)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.88 | $2.56 | $5.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.39 | $2.89 | $5.79 |
| Premium | $4.76 | $3.14 | $6.28 |
| Diesel | $5.91 | $3.90 | $7.80 |
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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