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Trip from Malakoff, TX to Tool, TX

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

20m

Distance

14.6 mi

24 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 6 min
4 AM
0h 18m ★
6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 19m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Malakoff, TX

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Tool, TX

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Trip Overview

This short, 14.6-mile drive from Malakoff, TX to Tool, TX takes approximately 20 minutes and is perfect for a quick trip, easily completed within a single day. With a fuel cost estimated at just $2, it's a budget-friendly option. The journey primarily utilizes State Highway 274, West Royall Boulevard, and South Tool Drive, offering a straightforward path within the Great Plains region of Texas. You won't need to worry about overnight stops; this route is designed for efficiency and ease of travel, making it ideal for those looking to cover a small distance without significant planning.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
State Highway 274 7.1 mi 10m
West Royall Boulevard 3.1 mi 3m
South Tool Drive 2.5 mi 3m
State Highway 31 East 1.9 mi 2m
South Terry Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: State Highway 274 — 7.1 mi, about 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Malakoff, TX and Tool, TX.

1

Start on FM 3441

430 ft · 15 sec · South Terry Street
2

Turn left onto TX 31

3.1 mi · 3 min · West Royall Boulevard
3

Continue on TX 31

1.9 mi · 2 min · State Highway 31 East
4

Turn right onto TX 274

7.1 mi · 10 min · State Highway 274
5

Continue on TX 274

2.5 mi · 3 min · South Tool Drive
6

Arrive at destination

TX 274

Heads-up: tricky spots

2 of 2

2 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 5.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

3
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | TX 31 / West Royall Boulevard

Turn left onto TX 31 / West Royall Boulevard

Navigation decision point

3
5.1 mi into trip | ~6m in | TX 274 / State Highway 274

Turn right onto TX 274 / State Highway 274

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$2.21 one way

$4.41 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 5 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $2.41 $4.83
premium $4.54 $2.61 $5.21
diesel $5.61 $3.22 $6.45

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$2

Estimated CO2 emission: 5.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 4.4 0 $1.53 $0.70
Efficient EV 3.7 0 $1.28 $0.58
EV Truck/SUV 5.8 0 $2.04 $0.93

Gas CO2

5 kg

EV CO2

2 kg (60% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026

Origin

Malakoff, TX

Late night in Malakoff on Sunday

Local time

2:33 AM

CDT

Current temp

68°F

Mostly Cloudy

S 5 mph 5% chance Live forecast

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 14 at 12:13AM CDT until April 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 14 at 12:11AM CDT until April 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

Destination

Tool, TX

Late night in Tool on Sunday

Local time

2:33 AM

CDT

Current temp

68°F

Mostly Cloudy

S 10 mph 4% chance Live forecast

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 14 at 12:13AM CDT until April 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 14 at 12:11AM CDT until April 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

20m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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 this route, with 61% of the journey on main roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 7.1 miles on State Highway 274, providing a consistent pace. This road profile suggests a generally smooth experience, likely with limited opportunities for frequent stops, allowing you to maintain momentum. The character of the drive is less about winding scenic byways and more about direct travel between your origin and destination.

61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.1 mi on State Highway 274.

How Hard Is This Drive?

1/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 274 and West Royall Boulevard. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near TX 31 / West Royall Boulevard.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Malakoff, TX to Tool, TX is easy. At 20m with 61% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (TX 31 / West Royall Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 5.1 miles (TX 274 / State Highway 274): Navigation decision point.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

380 ft 277 ft

Total Climb

123 ft

Total Descent

160 ft

Highest Point

380 ft

Elevation Range

103 ft

About the Cities

Starting in Malakoff, TX

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Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 20m. Total distance: 14.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

20m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (61%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 7.1 miles on State Highway 274. 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 0.1 miles (TX 31 / West Royall Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 5.1 miles (TX 274 / State Highway 274): Navigation decision point.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Tool, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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