Origin
Yorktown, TX
Morning in Yorktown on Tuesday
Local time
8:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yorktown, TX to Yoakum, 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
46m
Distance
32.7 mi
53 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yorktown, TX
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Yoakum, TX
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Trip Overview
This 32.7-mile drive from Yorktown, TX to Yoakum, TX is a straightforward trip perfect for a single day. Expect the journey to take about 46 minutes, making it an easy addition to any Texas itinerary. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 85% of the drive utilizing major roads like TX 72 and US Highway 77A North. You'll navigate through the Great Plains region for the entirety of this short hop. With a modest fuel cost estimate of $5, this is an economical and time-efficient option for getting between these two Texas towns. No overnight stays are necessary for this brief exploration.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TX 72 | 15 mi | 21m |
| US Highway 77A North | 10.7 mi | 15m |
| South Esplanade Street | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| North US Highway 183 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Loop 51 | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Huck Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Irvine Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
TX 72
— 15 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yorktown, TX and Yoakum, TX.
1
Start on TX 72
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn straight onto TX 72
15 mi
·
21 min
·
TX 72
3
Turn left onto US 77 Alt; US 87; US 183
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Esplanade Street
4
Continue on US 77 Alt; US 183
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North US Highway 183
5
Turn right onto US 77 Alt
11 mi
·
15 min
·
US Highway 77A North
6
Turn right onto US 77 Business Alternate
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Loop 51
7
Continue on US 77 Business Alternate
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Huck Street
8
Turn straight onto US 77 Business Alternate
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Irvine Street
9
Turn right onto TX 111
176 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Morris Street
10
Arrive at destination
TX 111
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 32.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.4 miles from Yorktown, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 15.4 and 32.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
15.4 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
US 77 Alt; US 87; US 183 / South Esplanade Street
Turn left onto US 77 Alt; US 87; US 183 / South Esplanade Street
Navigation decision point
3
20 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
US 77 Alt / US Highway 77A North
Turn right onto US 77 Alt / US Highway 77A North
Navigation decision point
3
30.7 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
US 77 Business Alternate / Loop 51
Turn right onto US 77 Business Alternate / Loop 51
Navigation decision point
5
32.7 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
TX 111 / West Morris Street
Turn right onto TX 111 / West Morris Street
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
Yoakum, TX
Morning in Yoakum on Tuesday
Local time
8:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°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
2 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
46m 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 is largely a highway-focused drive, with 85% of the 32.7 miles spent on major roadways. You'll experience an 85% highway share, providing a consistent pace for most of the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 15 miles on TX 72, offering a chance to settle into a rhythm. The route transitions from TX 72 to US Highway 77A North, and finally onto South Esplanade Street in Yoakum, indicating a shift from open highway to more local thoroughfares as you approach your destination. This blend means you get both efficient travel and a clear sense of arrival.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15 mi on TX 72.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TX 72 and US Highway 77A North. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 15.4 miles in near US 77 Alt; US 87; US 183 / South Esplanade Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Yorktown, TX to Yoakum, TX is easy. At 46m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 15.4 miles (US 77 Alt; US 87; US 183 / South Esplanade Street): Navigation decision point; at 20 miles (US 77 Alt / US Highway 77A North): Navigation decision point; at 30.7 miles (US 77 Business Alternate / Loop 51): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
330 ft
228 ft
Total Climb
143 ft
Total Descent
102 ft
Highest Point
330 ft
~7 mi in
Elevation Range
102 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 32.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15 miles on TX 72. 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 15.4 miles (US 77 Alt; US 87; US 183 / South Esplanade Street): Navigation decision point; at 20 miles (US 77 Alt / US Highway 77A North): Navigation decision point; at 30.7 miles (US 77 Business Alternate / Loop 51): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Yoakum, 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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