Origin
Springlake, TX
Late night in Springlake on Tuesday
Local time
3:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springlake, 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
26m
Distance
23.6 mi
38 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
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
Trip Overview
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.
Main Roads
| 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 |
Longest stretch:
FM 1055
— 9.4 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springlake, TX and Sudan, TX.
1
Start on US 385
9 ft
·
5 sec
·
US 385
2
Turn left onto US 70
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
US 70
3
Turn left onto FM 1055
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Amherst Road
Use the left lane.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 1055
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
FM 1055
5
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 1055
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
FM 1055
6
Turn right onto FM 1843
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
FM 1843
7
Turn right onto US 84
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 84
8
Turn right onto FM 303
89 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Main Street
9
Arrive at destination
FM 303
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 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.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 70
Turn left onto US 70
Navigation decision point
6
6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
FM 1055 / South Amherst Road
Turn left onto FM 1055 / South Amherst Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
7.9 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
FM 1055
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 1055
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
14.7 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
FM 1055
Keep slight right at fork onto FM 1055
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
17.2 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
FM 1843
Turn right onto FM 1843
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.57 one way
$7.13 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $3.90 | $7.81 |
| premium | $4.54 | $4.21 | $8.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.21 | $10.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
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.
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
4 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
26m 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 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.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 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 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.
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 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.
Who Is This Route For?
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.
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: 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.
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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