How far is Murchison, TX from Malakoff, TX?
The driving distance from Murchison, TX to Malakoff, TX is about 18.1 miles (29.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.1 miles (27.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 36m 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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Murchison and Malakoff.
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Start on State Highway 31 East
5.1 mi · 6 min · State Highway 31 East
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Take the exit right
1648 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left onto Jed Robinson Loop
6.2 mi · 7 min · Jed Robinson Loop
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Take the exit slight right
782 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left
136 m · 14 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 31 West
4 mi · 5 min · State Highway 31 West
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Continue on East Royall Boulevard
2.2 mi · 3 min · East Royall Boulevard
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Turn left onto South Terry Street
131 m · 9 sec · South Terry Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Terry Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Murchison and Malakoff.
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.
Jed Robinson Loop
Merge slight left onto Jed Robinson Loop
6.17 mi · 00h 07m
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 Sunny leaving Murchison and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Malakoff.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Murchison to Malakoff?
The road trip is about 18.1 miles (29.1 km) and usually takes 00h 18m 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?
Athens is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.1 miles from Murchison and 9 miles from Malakoff.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.1 miles (27.5 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 7:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.42 one way or $4.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Murchison and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Malakoff.
Stop Ideas Near Athens
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Murchison and Malakoff. Straight-line distance: 17.1 mi (27.52 km).
#1 Murchison
City in Texas
| Population | 610 |
| Coordinates | 32.2784800, -95.7496900 |
| Altitude | 139 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Malakoff
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 2,314 |
| Coordinates | 32.1696000, -96.0124700 |
| Altitude | 114 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Terry Street (-96.012498, 32.169594)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 29 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 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 |
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| Regular gas | $3.78 | $2.42 | $4.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.72 | $5.44 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $2.94 | $5.88 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $2.56 | $5.11 |
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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