How far is Plantersville, TX from Anderson, TX?
The driving distance from Plantersville, TX to Anderson, TX is about 15.2 miles (24.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13 miles (20.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 53m 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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Patchy Fog then Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plantersville and Anderson.
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Start on Old Schoolhouse Road
49 m · 16 sec · Old Schoolhouse Road
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Turn sharp right onto Farm to Market Road 1774
15.2 mi · 27 min · Farm to Market Road 1774
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Apalonia Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Plantersville and Anderson.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Farm to Market Road 1774
Turn sharp right onto Farm to Market Road 1774
15.2 mi · 00h 27m
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.
Sunny leaving Plantersville and Patchy Fog then Sunny near Anderson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Plantersville to Anderson?
The road trip is about 15.2 miles (24.5 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?
Navasota is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.6 miles from Plantersville and 7.6 miles from Anderson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13 miles (20.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.2 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 7:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.04 one way or $4.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Plantersville and Patchy Fog then Sunny near Anderson.
Stop Ideas Near Navasota
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Plantersville and Anderson. Straight-line distance: 13 mi (20.92 km).
#1 Plantersville
Unincorporated community in Grimes County, Texas
| Population | 604 |
| Coordinates | 30.3329900, -95.8619000 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Anderson
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 248 |
| Coordinates | 30.4871500, -95.9869000 |
| Altitude | 105 |
| Country | United States |
End: Anderson (-95.9869, 30.48715)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 24 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
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 | $2.04 | $4.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.30 | $4.59 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $2.48 | $4.96 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $2.16 | $4.31 |
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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