Origin
Tool, TX
Late night in Tool on Sunday
Local time
2:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tool, TX to Murchison, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
41m
Distance
32.7 mi
53 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 38m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tool, TX
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Murchison, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
Tool to Murchison is 32.7 miles and takes about 41 minutes via State Highway 31 East, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive takes you across the Great Plains region of Texas, offering a straightforward journey. You'll primarily be on state highways, making for a relaxed, mixed-terrain experience. With a recommended one-day duration, this route is perfect for a quick trip where you want to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 31 East | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| State Highway 274 | 7.1 mi | 10m |
| Jed Robinson Loop | 6.2 mi | 7m |
| West Royall Boulevard | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| State Highway 31 West | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| South Tool Drive | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| TX 31 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 31 East
— 7.1 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tool, TX and Murchison, TX.
1
Start on TX 274
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
South Tool Drive
2
Continue on TX 274
7.1 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 274
3
Turn left onto TX 31
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 31 East
4
Continue on TX 31
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
West Royall Boulevard
5
Continue on TX 31
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 31 West
6
Turn left onto TX 31
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
TX 31
7
Merge onto TX 31; Loop 7
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Jed Robinson Loop
8
Take the exit onto TX 31
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
TX 31
9
Turn left onto TX 31
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 31 East
10
Arrive at destination
TX 31
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 20.9 and 27.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
20.9 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
TX 31
Turn left onto TX 31
Navigation decision point
3
21.1 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
TX 31; Loop 7 / Jed Robinson Loop
Merge onto TX 31; Loop 7 / Jed Robinson Loop
Merge point - match speed before joining
3
27.3 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
TX 31
Take the exit onto TX 31
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
3
27.6 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
TX 31 / State Highway 31 East
Turn left onto TX 31 / State Highway 31 East
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.94 one way
$9.88 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $5.41 | $10.82 |
| premium | $4.54 | $5.84 | $11.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.22 | $14.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 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 | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.86 | $1.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.58 | $2.09 |
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
Murchison, TX
Late night in Murchison on Sunday
Local time
2:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°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
7 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
41m 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 features a mixed drive, with 57% of it on highways. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 7.1 miles on State Highway 31 East. The drive progresses through a combination of state highways and local loops like Jed Robinson Loop, offering a varied road experience. Expect a blend of moderate speeds and navigating local roads as you make your way to Murchison.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.1 mi on State Highway 31 East.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 20.9 miles in near TX 31.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Tool, TX to Murchison, TX is easy. At 41m with 57% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 20.9 miles (TX 31): Navigation decision point; at 21.1 miles (TX 31; Loop 7 / Jed Robinson Loop): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 27.3 miles (TX 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 32.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (57%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.1 miles on State Highway 31 East. 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 20.9 miles (TX 31): Navigation decision point; at 21.1 miles (TX 31; Loop 7 / Jed Robinson Loop): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 27.3 miles (TX 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Murchison, 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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