Origin
Chocolate Bayou, TX
Night in Chocolate Bayou on Wednesday
Local time
9:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chocolate Bayou, TX to Manvel, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
27m
Distance
15.9 mi
26 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chocolate Bayou, TX
Alfo Medeiros
Manvel, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
The drive from Chocolate Bayou, TX to Manvel, TX covers 15.9 miles and takes about 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West State Highway 6, FM 2403, South Gordon Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 7.2 miles on West State Highway 6. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.40 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
7.9 miles from Chocolate Bayou, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 27m highway drive covering 15.9 miles, with most of the trip on West State Highway 6 and FM 2403. The longest continuous stretch is about 7.2 miles on West State Highway 6.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West State Highway 6 is the longest continuous segment at about 7.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West State Highway 6 and FM 2403. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near FM 2917.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (FM 2917): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (FM 2403): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (TX 35 / South State Highway 35): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
FM 2917
Turn left onto FM 2917
Navigation decision point
3
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
FM 2403
Turn right onto FM 2403
Navigation decision point
4
5.3 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
TX 35 / South State Highway 35
Turn right onto TX 35 / South State Highway 35
Navigation decision point
3
6.4 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
TX 35 Bus / South Gordon Street
Turn right onto TX 35 Bus / South Gordon Street
Navigation decision point
5
15.5 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
CR 67 / Masters Road
Turn left onto CR 67 / Masters Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West State Highway 6 | 7.2 mi | 11m |
| FM 2403 | 4.5 mi | 8m |
| South Gordon Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| South Alvin Bypass | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| FM 2917 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Masters Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South State Highway 35 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Mustang-Chocholate Bayou Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West State Highway 6
— 7.2 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chocolate Bayou, TX and Manvel, TX.
1
Start on CR 171
239 ft
·
6 sec
·
Mustang Chocolate Bayou Road
2
Continue on CR 171
509 ft
·
19 sec
·
Mustang-Chocholate Bayou Road
3
Turn left onto FM 2917
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
FM 2917
4
Turn right onto FM 2403
4.5 mi
·
8 min
·
FM 2403
5
Turn right onto TX 35
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
South State Highway 35
6
Continue on TX 35
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Alvin Bypass
7
Turn slight left
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
8
Turn straight onto TX 35 Bus
240 ft
·
7 sec
·
TX 35 Bus
9
Turn right onto TX 35 Bus
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
South Gordon Street
10
Turn left onto TX 6
7.2 mi
·
11 min
·
West State Highway 6
11
Turn left onto CR 67
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Masters Road
Use the left lane.
12
Arrive at destination
CR 67
Trip Plan
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 7.9 miles from Chocolate Bayou, TX, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.2 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 15.9 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.9 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 Manvel, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Chocolate Bayou, TX.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Chocolate Bayou, TX
This is one driving day of about 15.9 miles and 27m.
At 15.9 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on West State Highway 6 for about 7.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.9 mi from Chocolate Bayou, TX · 14m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.9 miles from Chocolate Bayou, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Manvel, TX
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Manvel, 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
$2.40 one way
$4.81 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $2.63 | $5.26 |
| premium | $4.54 | $2.84 | $5.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.51 | $7.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.6 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 | 4.8 | 0 | $1.67 | $0.76 |
| Efficient EV | 4 | 0 | $1.39 | $0.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.23 | $1.02 |
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
Manvel, TX
Night in Manvel on Wednesday
Local time
9:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°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
11 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
27m 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 Chocolate Bayou, TX to Manvel, TX covers 15.9 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West State Highway 6, FM 2403, South Gordon Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.9 miles from Chocolate Bayou, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.40 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 27m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (FM 2917): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (FM 2403): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (TX 35 / South State Highway 35): Navigation decision point.
The route from Chocolate Bayou, TX to Manvel, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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