How far is Payne Springs, TX from Tool, TX?
The driving distance from Payne Springs, TX to Tool, TX is about 16.5 miles (26.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 6.1 miles (9.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 52m 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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Town of the United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Payne Springs and Tool.
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Start on the route
1829 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left
5.7 mi · 10 min
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Turn left onto West Main Street
6 mi · 9 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto South Seven Points Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · South Seven Points Boulevard
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Continue on North Tool Drive
3.3 mi · 5 min · North Tool Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Tool Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Payne Springs and Tool.
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.
West Main Street
Turn left onto West Main Street
6 mi · 00h 09m
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 Cloudy leaving Payne Springs and Mostly Cloudy near Tool.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Payne Springs to Tool?
The road trip is about 16.5 miles (26.5 km) and usually takes 00h 26m 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?
Gun Barrel City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.3 miles from Payne Springs and 8.3 miles from Tool.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 6.1 miles (9.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.4 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 7:38 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 Cloudy around Payne Springs and Mostly Cloudy near Tool.
Stop Ideas Near Gun Barrel City
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Payne Springs and Tool. Straight-line distance: 6.08 mi (9.78 km).
#1 Payne Springs
Town of the United States
| Population | 756 |
| Coordinates | 32.2782000, -96.0669200 |
| Altitude | 112 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tool
City in Henderson County, Texas, United States
| Population | 2,335 |
| Coordinates | 32.2679200, -96.1702500 |
| Altitude | 104 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tool (-96.17025, 32.26792)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 27 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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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