Origin
Chocolate Bayou, TX
Night in Chocolate Bayou on Wednesday
Local time
10:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chocolate Bayou, TX to Clute, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
43m
Distance
28.3 mi
46 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chocolate Bayou, TX
Alfo Medeiros
Clute, TX
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Trip Overview
The drive from Chocolate Bayou, TX to Clute, TX covers 28.3 miles and takes about 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South State Highway 35, Brazosport Boulevard North, South Velasco Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.6 miles on South State Highway 35. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.28 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
14.2 miles from Chocolate Bayou, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 43m highway drive covering 28.3 miles, with most of the trip on South State Highway 35 and Brazosport Boulevard North. The longest continuous stretch is about 15.6 miles on South State Highway 35.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South State Highway 35 is the longest continuous segment at about 15.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on South State Highway 35 and Brazosport Boulevard North. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near FM 2917.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Chocolate Bayou, TX to Clute, TX is easy. At 43m with 64% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (FM 2917): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (TX 35 / South State Highway 35): Navigation decision point; at 28.1 miles (East Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 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
4
2.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
TX 35 / South State Highway 35
Turn left onto TX 35 / South State Highway 35
Navigation decision point
4
28.1 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
East Main Street
Turn right onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South State Highway 35 | 15.6 mi | 23m |
| Brazosport Boulevard North | 6 mi | 9m |
| South Velasco Street | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| FM 2917 | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Front Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Mustang-Chocholate Bayou Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Mustang Chocolate Bayou Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South State Highway 35
— 15.6 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chocolate Bayou, TX and Clute, 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
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
FM 2917
4
Turn left onto TX 35
16 mi
·
23 min
·
South State Highway 35
5
Turn left onto Loop 274
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Front Street
6
Turn straight onto TX 288 Bus
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
South Velasco Street
7
Continue on TX 288 Bus
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Brazosport Boulevard North
8
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
East Main Street
9
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
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 14.2 miles from Chocolate Bayou, TX, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.6 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 28 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.2 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clute, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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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 28.3 miles and 43m.
At 28.3 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on South State Highway 35 for about 15.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.2 mi from Chocolate Bayou, TX · 22m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.2 miles from Chocolate Bayou, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Clute, TX
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Clute, 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
$4.28 one way
$8.55 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $4.68 | $9.36 |
| premium | $4.54 | $5.05 | $10.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.25 | $12.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.97 | $1.36 |
| Efficient EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.48 | $1.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Clute, TX
Night in Clute on Wednesday
Local time
10:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°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
9 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
43m 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 Clute, TX covers 28.3 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South State Highway 35, Brazosport Boulevard North, South Velasco 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 14.2 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 $4.28 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.
The drive from Chocolate Bayou, TX to Clute, TX is easy. At 43m with 64% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (FM 2917): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (TX 35 / South State Highway 35): Navigation decision point; at 28.1 miles (East Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Chocolate Bayou, TX to Clute, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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