How far is Wells, TX from Hume, TX?
The driving distance from Wells, TX to Hume, TX is about 43.1 miles (69.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.1 miles (62.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 41m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 50m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Cherokee County, Texas
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wells and Hume.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wells and Hume.
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Start on East 3rd Street
26 m · 6 sec · East 3rd Street
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Turn right onto Rusk Street
1.3 mi · 1 min · Rusk Street
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Continue on US Highway 69 South
11.5 mi · 13 min · US Highway 69 South
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Continue on South Marcus Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · South Marcus Street
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Continue on US Highway 69 South
9.3 mi · 11 min · US Highway 69 South
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Continue on South Dickinson Drive
3.4 mi · 4 min · South Dickinson Drive
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Continue on US Highway 69 North
9.5 mi · 11 min · US Highway 69 North
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Continue on South Jackson Street
2.6 mi · 3 min · South Jackson Street
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Turn left onto East Rusk Street
1.2 mi · 1 min · East Rusk Street
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Continue on US Highway 79 West
2.3 mi · 3 min · US Highway 79 West
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Turn right onto County Road 3216
2575 ft · 2 min · County Road 3216
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 3216
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wells and Hume.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 69 South
Continue on US Highway 69 South
11.5 mi · 00h 13m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Wells and Mostly Cloudy near Hume.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wells to Hume?
The road trip is about 43.1 miles (69.3 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?
Rusk is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.6 miles from Wells and 21.5 miles from Hume.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.1 miles (62.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.74 one way or $11.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Wells and Mostly Cloudy near Hume.
Stop Ideas Near Rusk
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 Rusk.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wells and Hume. Straight-line distance: 39.07 mi (62.87 km).
#1 Wells
Town in Cherokee County, Texas, United States
| Population | 781 |
| Coordinates | 31.4885100, -94.9399300 |
| Altitude | 99 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hume
Hume is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.9446100, -95.3327300 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hume (-95.33273, 31.94461)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 69 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
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 | $5.74 | $11.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.46 | $12.93 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $6.98 | $13.96 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $6.07 | $12.14 |
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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