Origin
Linden, TX
Afternoon in Linden on Thursday
Local time
1:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Linden, TX to New Liberty, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
25m
Distance
16.4 mi
26 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 30m
8 PM
0h 24m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Linden, TX
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New Liberty, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
This short 16.4-mile journey from Linden, TX to New Liberty, TX takes about 25 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. You'll spend most of your time on highways, with 80% of the drive being on these faster roads. With a fuel cost estimated at just $2, this is a very budget-friendly excursion. Since there are no recommended stops and the drive is so brief, you'll have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever is most convenient. Both Linden and New Liberty are situated within the Great Plains region, so expect a consistent landscape throughout your travels.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 25m. Total distance: 16.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The character of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 80% of the 16.4 miles on faster roads. You'll primarily navigate US 59, FM 2328, and Farm-to-Market Road 96. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 9.4 miles on US 59, offering a consistent pace. Expect a straightforward driving experience with minimal complexity as you transition between these well-maintained routes. This route is designed for efficient travel rather than winding scenic exploration.
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.
US 59 is the longest continuous segment at about 9.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 59 and FM 2328. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near TX 11 / East Houston Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 25m drive. You will face about 7 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 (TX 11 / East Houston Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 59): Navigation decision point; at 10.3 miles (FM 2328): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 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
|
TX 11 / East Houston Street
Turn left onto TX 11 / East Houston Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 59
Turn left onto US 59
Navigation decision point
3
10.3 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
FM 2328
Turn left onto FM 2328
Navigation decision point
3
11.3 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
FM 995; FM 2328 / O'Farrell Road
Turn left onto FM 995; FM 2328 / O'Farrell Road
Navigation decision point
3
11.7 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
FM 2328
Turn right onto FM 2328
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 59 | 9.4 mi | 10m |
| FM 2328 | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Farm-to-Market Road 96 | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| State Highway 77 West | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| East Houston Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| O'Farrell Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 59
— 9.4 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Linden, TX and New Liberty, TX.
1
Start on FM 125
279 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left onto TX 11
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Houston Street
3
Turn left onto US 59
9.4 mi
·
10 min
·
US 59
4
Turn left onto FM 2328
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
FM 2328
5
Turn left onto FM 995; FM 2328
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
O'Farrell Road
6
Turn right onto FM 2328
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
FM 2328
7
Turn left onto TX 77
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 77 West
8
Turn right onto FM 96
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Farm-to-Market Road 96
9
Arrive at destination
FM 96
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.48 one way
$4.96 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $2.71 | $5.42 |
| premium | $4.54 | $2.93 | $5.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.62 | $7.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.7 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 | 4.9 | 0 | $1.72 | $0.79 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.30 | $1.05 |
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
New Liberty, TX
Afternoon in New Liberty on Thursday
Local time
1:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°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
16 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
25m 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 Linden, TX to New Liberty, TX covers 16.4 miles and takes about 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 59, FM 2328, Farm-to-Market Road 96. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.2 miles from Linden, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.48 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 25m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (TX 11 / East Houston Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 59): Navigation decision point; at 10.3 miles (FM 2328): Navigation decision point.
The route from Linden, TX to New Liberty, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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