How far is Splendora, TX from Ennis, TX?
The driving distance from Splendora, TX to Ennis, TX is about 186.1 miles (299.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 168.7 miles (271.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 26m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
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City in Leon County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Splendora and Ennis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Splendora and Ennis.
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Start on the route
6 m · 9 sec
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Turn left
150 m · 16 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Old Highway 59
119 m · 8 sec · Old Highway 59
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Continue straight
10.8 mi · 19 min
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Turn right onto Farm-to-Market Road 3083
4.4 mi · 8 min · Farm-to-Market Road 3083
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Continue on FM 3083
1.2 mi · 2 min · FM 3083
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Turn right onto South Loop 336 East
3.2 mi · 5 min · South Loop 336 East
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Turn right onto Beach Airport Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · Beach Airport Road
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Continue on Farm-to-Market Road 3083
1.5 mi · 3 min · Farm-to-Market Road 3083
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Turn right onto Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
3203 ft · 1 min · Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 45 North
1451 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
160.8 mi · 2 hr 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 34: Kaufman, Italy
799 ft · 20 sec
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Turn straight onto South Interstate 45
1029 ft · 29 sec · South Interstate 45
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Turn left onto East Ennis Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · East Ennis Avenue
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Turn right
55 m · 13 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 Splendora and Ennis.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 45 North
Merge slight left
161 mi · 02h 43m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Splendora and Sunny near Ennis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Splendora to Ennis?
The road trip is about 186.1 miles (299.5 km) and usually takes 03h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Leona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 93.2 miles from Splendora and 93 miles from Ennis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 168.7 miles (271.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:08 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.83 one way or $49.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Splendora and Sunny near Ennis.
Stop Ideas Near Leona
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 Leona.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Splendora and Ennis. Straight-line distance: 168.68 mi (271.46 km).
#1 Splendora
City in Montgomery County, Texas, United States
| Population | 2,292 |
| Coordinates | 30.2329900, -95.1610400 |
| Altitude | 38 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ennis
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 20,678 |
| Coordinates | 32.3293100, -96.6252700 |
| Altitude | 164 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ennis (-96.62527, 32.32931)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 300 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 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 | $24.83 | $49.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.94 | $55.87 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $30.16 | $60.33 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $26.23 | $52.47 |
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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