Origin
Earth, TX
Late night in Earth on Tuesday
Local time
5:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Earth, TX to Sudan, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
19m
Distance
17.6 mi
28 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Earth, TX
Thomas balabaud
Sudan, TX
A. G. Rosales
Trip Overview
Earth, TX to Sudan, TX is 17.6 miles and takes about 19 minutes via FM 1055, FM 1843, and South Amherst Road, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short journey stays within the Great Plains region of Texas, offering a straightforward drive for anyone needing to connect these two nearby communities. You'll mainly be on well-maintained county roads and state highways, so don't expect a demanding or complex trip. It's a quick hop, perfect for a same-day excursion or a brief leg of a longer Texas road trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| FM 1055 | 9.4 mi | 10m |
| FM 1843 | 5.8 mi | 6m |
| South Amherst Road | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| US 84 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Amherst Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
FM 1055
— 9.4 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Earth, TX and Sudan, TX.
1
Start on FM 1055
64 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Amherst Street
2
Continue on FM 1055
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Amherst Road
3
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 1055
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
FM 1055
4
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 1055
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
FM 1055
5
Turn right onto FM 1843
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
FM 1843
6
Turn right onto US 84
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 84
7
Turn right onto FM 303
89 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Main Street
8
Arrive at destination
FM 303
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 17.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
FM 1055
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 1055
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
8.7 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
FM 1055
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 1055
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
11.3 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
FM 1843
Turn right onto FM 1843
Navigation decision point
3
17 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
US 84
Turn right onto US 84
Navigation decision point
3
17.6 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
FM 303 / North Main Street
Turn right onto FM 303 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.66 one way
$5.32 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $2.91 | $5.82 |
| premium | $4.54 | $3.14 | $6.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.89 | $7.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.85 | $0.84 |
| Efficient EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.54 | $0.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7 | 0 | $2.46 | $1.13 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Sudan, TX
Late night in Sudan on Tuesday
Local time
5:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
19m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is heavily focused on highways, with 89% of the route utilizing them. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 9.4 miles on FM 1055, offering a good opportunity to settle in and enjoy the open road without frequent turns. The transition between FM 1055, FM 1843, and South Amherst Road is smooth, keeping the driving experience consistent. Expect a practical, efficient journey rather than a winding, scenic tour; it's designed for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.4 mi on FM 1055.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on FM 1055 and FM 1843. You will hit about 5 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near FM 1055.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 17.6 miles you will encounter 5 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (FM 1055): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 8.7 miles (FM 1055): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 11.3 miles (FM 1843): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 19m. Total distance: 17.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.4 miles on FM 1055. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (FM 1055): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 8.7 miles (FM 1055): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 11.3 miles (FM 1843): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Sudan, TX before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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