Origin
Hughes Springs, TX
Late night in Hughes Springs on Sunday
Local time
5:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hughes Springs, TX to New Liberty, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
32.1 mi
52 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hughes Springs, TX
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New Liberty, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
This 32.1-mile drive from Hughes Springs, TX to New Liberty, TX is a straightforward trip, taking approximately 49 minutes to complete. Primarily following TX 11, US 59, and FM 2328, you'll find it's a highway-focused experience, with 87% of the journey on these main roads. Given its short distance and duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stops. With an estimated fuel cost of just $5, it's an economical option for a quick excursion within the Great Plains region of Texas. You'll stay within the same state, making for a simple, focused journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TX 11 | 14.9 mi | 22m |
| US 59 | 9.4 mi | 10m |
| FM 2328 | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Farm-to-Market Road 96 | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| State Highway 77 West | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| 1st Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| O'Farrell Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Ward | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
TX 11
— 14.9 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hughes Springs, TX and New Liberty, TX.
1
Start on Ward
104 ft
·
9 sec
·
Ward
2
Turn left onto TX 11; TX 49; FM 250
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
1st Street
3
Turn left onto TX 11
15 mi
·
22 min
·
TX 11
4
Turn left onto US 59
9.4 mi
·
10 min
·
US 59
5
Turn left onto FM 2328
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
FM 2328
6
Turn left onto FM 995; FM 2328
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
O'Farrell Road
7
Turn right onto FM 2328
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
FM 2328
8
Turn left onto TX 77
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 77 West
9
Turn right onto FM 96
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Farm-to-Market Road 96
10
Arrive at destination
FM 96
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.1 miles from Hughes Springs, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 27 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
TX 11; TX 49; FM 250 / 1st Street
Turn left onto TX 11; TX 49; FM 250 / 1st Street
Navigation decision point
3
1.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
TX 11
Turn left onto TX 11
Navigation decision point
4
16.5 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
US 59
Turn left onto US 59
Navigation decision point
3
26 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
FM 2328
Turn left onto FM 2328
Navigation decision point
3
27 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
FM 995; FM 2328 / O'Farrell Road
Turn left onto FM 995; FM 2328 / O'Farrell Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.85 one way
$9.70 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $5.31 | $10.62 |
| premium | $4.54 | $5.73 | $11.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.09 | $14.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.37 | $1.54 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.81 | $1.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.49 | $2.05 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
New Liberty, TX
Late night in New Liberty on Sunday
Local time
5:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Linden, TX
16 mi in
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
29 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
49m 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?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 32.1-mile route, with 87% of your travel on main roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 14.9 miles on TX 11. This suggests a steady pace with minimal interruptions, allowing for a consistent driving experience. While specific road conditions aren't detailed, the profile indicates a drive primarily composed of efficient highway travel, rather than winding backroads or city navigation. You'll likely experience a smooth and direct journey for the entire 49-minute duration.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.9 mi on TX 11.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TX 11 and US 59. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near TX 11; TX 49; FM 250 / 1st Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 49m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (TX 11; TX 49; FM 250 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (TX 11): Navigation decision point; at 16.5 miles (US 59): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 32.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.9 miles on TX 11. 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: near the start (TX 11; TX 49; FM 250 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (TX 11): Navigation decision point; at 16.5 miles (US 59): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New Liberty, 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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