How far is Runaway Bay, TX from Bryan, TX?
The driving distance from Runaway Bay, TX to Bryan, TX is about 32.7 miles (52.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27 miles (43.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 25m 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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Runaway Bay and Bryan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Runaway Bay and Bryan.
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Start on Half Moon Way
782 ft · 35 sec · Half Moon Way
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Turn right onto Tryall Drive
149 m · 27 sec · Tryall Drive
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Turn left onto West US Highway 380
16.4 mi · 21 min · West US Highway 380
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Turn right onto West Business 380
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Business 380
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Turn right onto South US Highway 287
1567 ft · 33 sec · South US Highway 287
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Take the ramp straight toward South Highway 287
755 ft · 21 sec · South Highway 287
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Merge slight left onto South US Highway 287
11 mi · 13 min · South US Highway 287
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Take the exit slight right toward FM 407: Justin
776 ft · 21 sec
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Continue on South US Highway 287
1187 ft · 39 sec · South US Highway 287
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Turn left
3.1 mi · 4 min
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Turn left
29 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Runaway Bay and Bryan.
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 US Highway 380
Turn left onto West US Highway 380
16.4 mi · 00h 21m
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 Cloudy leaving Runaway Bay and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bryan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Runaway Bay to Bryan?
The road trip is about 32.7 miles (52.7 km) and usually takes 00h 42m 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?
Decatur is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.3 miles from Runaway Bay and 16.4 miles from Bryan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27 miles (43.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.7 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 7:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.35 one way or $8.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Runaway Bay and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bryan.
Stop Ideas Near Decatur
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Bridgeport Utility Billing
Boyd City Hall
Runaway Bay Police Department
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Decatur.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Runaway Bay and Bryan. Straight-line distance: 27.04 mi (43.52 km).
#1 Runaway Bay
City in the United States
| Population | 1,627 |
| Coordinates | 33.1678900, -97.8783700 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bryan
The most populous city in Brazos County, Texas.
| Population | 88,165 |
| Coordinates | 33.0987300, -97.4183500 |
| Altitude | 279 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bryan (-97.41835, 33.09873)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 53 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
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 | $4.35 | $8.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.89 | $9.78 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $5.28 | $10.56 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $4.59 | $9.18 |
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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