Origin
Olton, TX
Late night in Olton on Tuesday
Local time
3:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Olton, 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
43m
Distance
34.9 mi
56 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Olton, TX
Thomas balabaud
Sudan, TX
A. G. Rosales
Trip Overview
Olton, TX to Sudan, TX is 34.9 miles and takes about 43 minutes via 1st Street and FM 1055, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Great Plains region of Texas, offering a straightforward connection between two communities. It's a drive that requires minimal planning, perfect for a quick hop or as part of a larger journey through the area. You'll primarily be on local roads, so expect a steady pace without the complexities of major interstate travel. Consider this a simple, functional route connecting two points in rural West Texas.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Street | 16.9 mi | 23m |
| 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 |
| Main Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 6th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
1st Street
— 16.9 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olton, TX and Sudan, TX.
1
Start on this road
98 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto 6th Street
197 ft
·
10 sec
·
6th Street
3
Turn right onto FM 168
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Main Avenue
4
Turn left onto US 70; FM 168
17 mi
·
23 min
·
1st Street
5
Turn left onto FM 1055
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Amherst Road
Use the left lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 1055
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
FM 1055
7
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 1055
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
FM 1055
8
Turn right onto FM 1843
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
FM 1843
9
Turn right onto US 84
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 84
10
Turn right onto FM 303
89 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Main Street
11
Arrive at destination
FM 303
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 19.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
6th Street
Turn right onto 6th Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
FM 168 / Main Avenue
Turn right onto FM 168 / Main Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 70; FM 168 / 1st Street
Turn left onto US 70; FM 168 / 1st Street
Navigation decision point
6
17.3 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
FM 1055 / South Amherst Road
Turn left onto FM 1055 / South Amherst Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
19.2 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
FM 1055
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 1055
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.27 one way
$10.55 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $5.77 | $11.54 |
| premium | $4.54 | $6.23 | $12.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.71 | $15.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.66 | $1.68 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.05 | $1.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14 | 0 | $4.89 | $2.23 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
3:07 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
29 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
43m 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 a mixed bag, with about 45% of the journey on highways and the rest on local roads. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 16.9 miles on 1st Street, suggesting a consistent section of road before transitions. The profile is described as a 'mixed drive,' indicating you won't be on a single type of road for the entire 34.9 miles. Expect a blend of potentially faster highway sections and slower, more local road segments as you make your way from Olton to Sudan. The character shifts as you move, so stay aware of changing speed limits and road conditions.
45% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.9 mi on 1st Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 6th Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 34.9 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (6th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (FM 168 / Main Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 70; FM 168 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 43m. Total distance: 34.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (45%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.9 miles on 1st Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Sudan, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 (6th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (FM 168 / Main Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 70; FM 168 / 1st Street): 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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