Buchanan Dam, TX Road Trips
With 5 routes heading out and 0 heading in, Buchanan Dam, TX works well as a modest departure point in the Great Plains. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 209-mile quick runs to 530-mile cross-state drives. Routes from Buchanan Dam, TX spread mainly north and south, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
530.3 mi
El Paso, TX
Quickest Drive
3h 53m
Dallas, TX
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Trips from Buchanan Dam, TX
Driving from Buchanan Dam, TX
Expect an average of 288 miles and about 5h 13m behind the wheel when leaving Buchanan Dam, TX. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 530 miles (8h 59m), while the shortest is just 209 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Buchanan Dam, TX include El Paso, TX (530.3 mi, 8h 59m), Corpus Christi, TX (245.6 mi, 4h 38m), Houston, TX (228.7 mi, 4h 17m), Plano, TX (227.6 mi, 4h 16m), and Dallas, TX (208.8 mi, 3h 53m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in TX currently averages around $3.78 per gallon. For the typical 288-mile trip from Buchanan Dam, TX, budget about $43 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Buchanan Dam, TX and 0 routes heading into Buchanan Dam, TX, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 209 to 530 miles.
The longest mapped route from Buchanan Dam, TX covers 530 miles and takes approximately 8h 59m. Shorter options start at just 209 miles.
The average route from Buchanan Dam, TX runs about 288 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 13m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.78/gallon for regular), the average 288-mile trip from Buchanan Dam, TX costs roughly $43 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Buchanan Dam, TX include El Paso, TX, Corpus Christi, TX, Houston, TX and Plano, TX. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Buchanan Dam, TX by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
1,359
Median Income
$56,250
Median Home Value
$267,100
Median Age
62.7
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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