How far is Reno, TX from Forest Chapel, TX?
The driving distance from Reno, TX to Forest Chapel, TX is about 25.8 miles (41.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.5 miles (26.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 10m 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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City in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Reno and Forest Chapel.
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Start on the route
49 m · 12 sec
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Turn sharp left onto Lamar Road
2.7 mi · 3 min · Lamar Road
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Take the exit straight
156 m · 13 sec
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Take the ramp slight left
791 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left onto Northeast Loop 286
2.8 mi · 4 min · Northeast Loop 286
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Take the exit slight right toward US 271: Hugo
1163 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right onto North Main Street
2691 ft · 40 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on North US Highway 271
12.4 mi · 14 min · North US Highway 271
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Turn left
6.7 mi · 12 min
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Turn left onto Pat Mayse West Park Road
86 m · 13 sec · Pat Mayse West Park Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pat Mayse West Park Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Reno and Forest Chapel.
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.
North US Highway 271
Continue on North US Highway 271
12.4 mi · 00h 14m
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 Reno and Sunny near Forest Chapel.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Reno to Forest Chapel?
The road trip is about 25.8 miles (41.5 km) and usually takes 00h 35m 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?
Amherst is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.9 miles from Reno and 12.9 miles from Forest Chapel.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.5 miles (26.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.3 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 7:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.44 one way or $6.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Reno and Sunny near Forest Chapel.
Stop Ideas Near Amherst
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 Amherst.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Reno and Forest Chapel. Straight-line distance: 16.54 mi (26.62 km).
#1 Reno
City in Lamar County, Texas, United States
| Population | 3,349 |
| Coordinates | 33.6631600, -95.4624500 |
| Altitude | 171 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Forest Chapel
Forest Chapel is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.8651000, -95.6171800 |
| Altitude | 157 |
| Country | United States |
End: Forest Chapel (-95.61718, 33.8651)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 41 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
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 | $3.44 | $6.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.87 | $7.74 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $4.18 | $8.36 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $3.63 | $7.27 |
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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