Origin
Angleton, TX
Evening in Angleton on Wednesday
Local time
5:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Angleton, TX to Chocolate Bayou, TX
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
28m
Distance
18 mi
29 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
★
6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 33m
8 PM
0h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Angleton, TX
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Chocolate Bayou, TX
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Trip Overview
This short 18-mile drive from Angleton, TX to Chocolate Bayou, TX takes about 28 minutes and is best suited for a single day trip. With a minimal fuel cost of around $3, it's an economical option for a quick excursion within the Great Plains region. The route primarily follows local roads like East Mulberry Street and FM 2917, offering a turn-heavy experience. You'll find this journey is more about getting from point A to point B efficiently rather than a scenic adventure.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
9 miles from Angleton, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" for this 18-mile trip, with only 14% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 14.5 miles along East Mulberry Street. As you navigate through Texas, the road character will be defined by frequent turns and local road conditions rather than open highway cruising. This route demands your attention with its constant changes in direction, making it a more engaged driving experience.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Mulberry Street is the longest continuous segment at about 14.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Cedar Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 28m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Cedar Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (TX 35 / East Mulberry Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.4 miles (FM 2917): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Cedar Street
Turn right onto East Cedar Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.9 mi into trip
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~2m in
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TX 35 / East Mulberry Street
Turn left onto TX 35 / East Mulberry Street
Navigation decision point
4
15.4 mi into trip
|
~23m in
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FM 2917
Turn right onto FM 2917
Navigation decision point
3
17.9 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
CR 171 / Mustang-Chocholate Bayou Road
Turn right onto CR 171 / Mustang-Chocholate Bayou Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Mulberry Street | 14.5 mi | 21m |
| FM 2917 | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| East Cedar Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Mustang-Chocholate Bayou Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Velasco Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Mustang Chocolate Bayou Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Mulberry Street
— 14.5 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Angleton, TX and Chocolate Bayou, TX.
1
Start on TX 288 Bus
63 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Velasco Street
2
Turn right onto East Cedar Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East Cedar Street
3
Turn left onto TX 35
15 mi
·
21 min
·
East Mulberry Street
4
Turn right onto FM 2917
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
FM 2917
5
Turn right onto CR 171
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Mustang-Chocholate Bayou Road
6
Arrive at destination
CR 171
Trip Plan
Given its short 28-minute duration, this 18-mile trip offers plenty of flexibility; you can leave anytime that suits your schedule. Plan for the frequent turns by staying alert, especially on FM 2917 and East Cedar Street. With a low fuel cost of just $3, you likely won't need to worry about extensive refueling stops. The longest stretch is 14.5 miles, so you can easily complete the journey without needing to split it or plan for major rest breaks.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 9 miles from Angleton, TX, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 18 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chocolate Bayou, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Angleton, TX.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Angleton, TX
This is one driving day of about 18 miles and 28m.
At 18 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on East Mulberry Street for about 14.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9 mi from Angleton, TX · 14m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9 miles from Angleton, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chocolate Bayou, TX
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Chocolate Bayou, TX if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.72 one way
$5.44 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $2.98 | $5.95 |
| premium | $4.54 | $3.21 | $6.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.97 | $7.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.89 | $0.86 |
| Efficient EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.58 | $0.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.52 | $1.15 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Chocolate Bayou, TX
Evening in Chocolate Bayou on Wednesday
Local time
5:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°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
28m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Angleton, TX to Chocolate Bayou, TX covers 18 miles and takes about 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Mulberry Street, FM 2917, East Cedar Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9 miles from Angleton, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.72 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 28m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Cedar Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (TX 35 / East Mulberry Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.4 miles (FM 2917): Navigation decision point.
The route from Angleton, TX to Chocolate Bayou, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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