Origin
Deport, TX
Evening in Deport on Tuesday
Local time
8:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Deport, TX to Forest Chapel, TX
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
49m
Distance
38 mi
61 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
1 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Forest Chapel, TX
Antonio Garcia Prats
Trip Overview
The drive from Deport, TX to Forest Chapel, TX covers 38 miles and takes about 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US Highway 271 South, North US Highway 271, FM 197 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13 miles on US Highway 271 South. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.74 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
19 miles from Deport, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 49m highway drive covering 38 miles, with most of the trip on US Highway 271 South and North US Highway 271. The longest continuous stretch is about 13 miles on US Highway 271 South.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 271 South is the longest continuous segment at about 13 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 271 South and North US Highway 271. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 271 Business / Main Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Deport, TX to Forest Chapel, TX is easy. At 49m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 271 Business / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 271 / US Highway 271 South): Navigation decision point; at 18.1 miles (US 271): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 271 Business / Main Street
Turn right onto US 271 Business / Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 271 / US Highway 271 South
Turn right onto US 271 / US Highway 271 South
Navigation decision point
4
18.1 mi into trip
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~21m in
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US 271
Take the exit onto US 271 toward US 271: Hugo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 271: Hugo
6
31.2 mi into trip
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~37m in
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FM 197
Turn left onto FM 197
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
38 mi into trip
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~48m in
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Pat Mayse West Park Road
Turn left onto Pat Mayse West Park Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 271 South | 13 mi | 14m |
| North US Highway 271 | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| FM 197 | 6.7 mi | 11m |
| Southeast Loop 286 | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Clarksville Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| US 271 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 271 South
— 13 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Deport, TX and Forest Chapel, TX.
1
Start on Church Street
76 ft
·
6 sec
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Church Street
2
Turn right onto US 271 Business
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
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Main Street
3
Turn right onto US 271
13 mi
·
14 min
·
US Highway 271 South
4
Continue on US 271
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Clarksville Street
5
Merge onto US 271; Loop 286
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Southeast Loop 286
6
Take the exit onto US 271
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
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US 271
Toward US 271: Hugo
7
Turn right onto US 271
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
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North Main Street
8
Continue on US 271
12 mi
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14 min
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North US Highway 271
9
Turn left onto FM 197
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
FM 197
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto Pat Mayse West Park Road
283 ft
·
12 sec
·
Pat Mayse West Park Road
11
Arrive at destination
Pat Mayse West Park Road
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 19 miles from Deport, TX, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13 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 38 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Forest Chapel, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Deport, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Deport, TX
This is one driving day of about 38 miles and 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Deport, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 271 South for about 13 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19 mi from Deport, TX · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19 miles from Deport, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Forest Chapel, TX
The final approach into Forest Chapel, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Forest Chapel, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.74 one way
$11.48 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $6.28 | $12.57 |
| premium | $4.54 | $6.78 | $13.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.39 | $16.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
1 DC fast chargers · Coverage: good
Exxon - Tesla Supercharger
Paris, TX
Tesla
8 DCFC
Tesla: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.99 | $1.82 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.32 | $1.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.32 | $2.43 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Forest Chapel, TX
Evening in Forest Chapel on Tuesday
Local time
8:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Greenville, TX
19 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
49m 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 Deport, TX to Forest Chapel, TX covers 38 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 271 South, North US Highway 271, FM 197. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19 miles from Deport, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.74 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 Deport, TX to Forest Chapel, TX is easy. At 49m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 271 Business / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 271 / US Highway 271 South): Navigation decision point; at 18.1 miles (US 271): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Deport, TX to Forest Chapel, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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