How far is Waxahachie, TX from Walnut Springs, TX?
The driving distance from Waxahachie, TX to Walnut Springs, TX is about 27.2 miles (43.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.5 miles (31.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 49m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waxahachie and Walnut Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waxahachie and Walnut Springs.
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Start on the route
30 m · 9 sec
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Turn right onto North Elm Street
1159 ft · 20 sec · North Elm Street
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Continue on Ferris Avenue
1590 ft · 32 sec · Ferris Avenue
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Turn right onto West Marvin Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · West Marvin Avenue
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Turn right onto Ennis Street
939 ft · 22 sec · Ennis Street
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Turn left onto Wyatt Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Wyatt Street
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Continue on Palmetto Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Palmetto Road
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Continue on Farm-to-Market Road 878
5.9 mi · 10 min · Farm-to-Market Road 878
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Turn straight onto West Jefferson Street
2.4 mi · 4 min · West Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto North Dallas Street
1 mi · 2 min · North Dallas Street
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Continue on North Dallas Street
587 ft · 17 sec · North Dallas Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Interstate 45
1551 ft · 43 sec · South Interstate 45
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 45 North: Dallas
591 ft · 14 sec
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Merge slight left
4.4 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FM 660: 5th Street
1013 ft · 19 sec
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Turn straight onto South Interstate 45
1.5 km · 2 min · South Interstate 45
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Turn right onto East 8th Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · East 8th Street
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Turn slight left
5 mi · 12 min
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Turn right onto James Road
2841 ft · 2 min · James Road
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Turn left onto Hall Road
30 m · 4 sec · Hall Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hall Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waxahachie and Walnut Springs.
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.
Farm-to-Market Road 878
Continue on Farm-to-Market Road 878
5.86 mi · 00h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Waxahachie and Mostly Sunny near Walnut Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waxahachie to Walnut Springs?
The road trip is about 27.2 miles (43.7 km) and usually takes 00h 49m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Palmer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.5 miles from Waxahachie and 13.5 miles from Walnut Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.5 miles (31.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.63 one way or $7.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Waxahachie and Mostly Sunny near Walnut Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Palmer
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 Waxahachie and Walnut Springs. Straight-line distance: 19.5 mi (31.38 km).
#1 Waxahachie
A city in Ellis County, Texas.
| Population | 39,797 |
| Coordinates | 32.3865300, -96.8483300 |
| Altitude | 170 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Walnut Springs
City in Ellis County, Texas, United States
| Population | 877 |
| Coordinates | 32.5220800, -96.5549900 |
| Altitude | 119 |
| Country | United States |
End: Walnut Springs (-96.55499, 32.52208)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 44 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $3.63 | $7.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.08 | $8.16 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $4.41 | $8.81 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $3.83 | $7.67 |
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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