Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
26m
Distance
23.6 mi
38 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springlake, TX
Thilina Alagiyawanna
Sudan, TX
A. G. Rosales
Springlake to Sudan is 23.6 miles and takes about 26 minutes via FM 1055, US 70, and FM 1843, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within the Great Plains region of Texas, offering a straightforward drive. Given its brief duration, it’s an ideal route for a quick transit or an add-on to a larger journey. You won't encounter many services, so plan accordingly before you set out. It’s a simple, functional connection between two points in the Texas Panhandle.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| FM 1055 | 9.4 mi | 10m |
| US 70 | 6 mi | 7m |
| 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 |
| US 385 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Springlake, TX and Sudan, TX.
Start on US 385
Turn left onto US 70
Turn left onto FM 1055
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 1055
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 1055
Turn right onto FM 1843
Turn right onto US 84
Turn right onto FM 303
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 17.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto US 70
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto FM 1055 / South Amherst Road
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 1055
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 1055
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn right onto FM 1843
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$3.23 one way
$6.46 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $3.61 | $7.22 |
| premium | $4.23 | $3.93 | $7.85 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $4.46 | $8.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.48 | $1.13 |
| Efficient EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.07 | $0.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.30 | $1.51 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Springlake on Monday
Local time
6:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Evening in Sudan on Monday
Local time
6:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Mostly Clear
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
This route is heavily focused on highway driving, with 92% of the journey on these types of roads. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch on FM 1055, extending for 9.4 miles. The drive primarily utilizes state and federal highways, offering a consistent and efficient pace. Expect a predominantly smooth and direct experience, characteristic of highway-focused travel in this part of Texas. The road conditions should remain predictable throughout the short distance.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on FM 1055 and US 70. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 70.
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 23.6 miles you will encounter 7 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 (US 70): Navigation decision point; at 6 miles (FM 1055 / South Amherst Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles (FM 1055): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
146 ft
Total Descent
75 ft
Highest Point
3,755 ft
~23.6 mi in
Elevation Range
110 ft
Founded 1918
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 26m. Total distance: 23.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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