How far is Murchison, TX from Chandler, TX?
The driving distance from Murchison, TX to Chandler, TX is about 16.5 miles (26.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.9 miles (25.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 33m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Van Zandt County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Murchison and Chandler.
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Start on State Highway 31 East
15.9 mi · 18 min · State Highway 31 East
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Continue on West Highway 31
2828 ft · 38 sec · West Highway 31
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Highway 31
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Murchison and Chandler.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
State Highway 31 East
Start on State Highway 31 East
15.9 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
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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 Sunny leaving Murchison and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Chandler.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Murchison to Chandler?
The road trip is about 16.5 miles (26.5 km) and usually takes 00h 16m 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?
Edom is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.2 miles from Murchison and 8.2 miles from Chandler.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.9 miles (25.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.6 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 7:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.19 one way or $4.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Murchison and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Chandler.
Stop Ideas Near Edom
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Edom.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Murchison and Chandler. Straight-line distance: 15.88 mi (25.56 km).
#1 Murchison
City in Texas
| Population | 610 |
| Coordinates | 32.2784800, -95.7496900 |
| Altitude | 139 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chandler
City in Henderson County, Texas, United States
| Population | 3,219 |
| Coordinates | 32.3079300, -95.4799600 |
| Altitude | 123 |
| Country | United States |
End: TX 31 (-95.479984, 32.307941)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 26 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
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 | $2.19 | $4.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.47 | $4.93 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $2.66 | $5.33 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $2.32 | $4.63 |
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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