Origin
Yorktown, TX
Night in Yorktown on Wednesday
Local time
9:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yorktown, TX to Yoakum, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
46m
Distance
32.7 mi
53 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yorktown, TX
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Yoakum, TX
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Trip Overview
This 32.7-mile drive from Yorktown, TX to Yoakum, TX is a straightforward trip perfect for a single day. Expect the journey to take about 46 minutes, making it an easy addition to any Texas itinerary. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 85% of the drive utilizing major roads like TX 72 and US Highway 77A North. You'll navigate through the Great Plains region for the entirety of this short hop. With a modest fuel cost estimate of $5, this is an economical and time-efficient option for getting between these two Texas towns. No overnight stays are necessary for this brief exploration.
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
16.4 miles from Yorktown, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is largely a highway-focused drive, with 85% of the 32.7 miles spent on major roadways. You'll experience an 85% highway share, providing a consistent pace for most of the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 15 miles on TX 72, offering a chance to settle into a rhythm. The route transitions from TX 72 to US Highway 77A North, and finally onto South Esplanade Street in Yoakum, indicating a shift from open highway to more local thoroughfares as you approach your destination. This blend means you get both efficient travel and a clear sense of arrival.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
TX 72 is the longest continuous segment at about 15 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
330 ft
228 ft
Total Climb
143 ft
Total Descent
102 ft
Highest Point
330 ft
~7 mi in
Elevation Range
102 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TX 72 and US Highway 77A North. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 15.4 miles in near US 77 Alt; US 87; US 183 / South Esplanade Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Yorktown, TX to Yoakum, TX is easy. At 46m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 15.4 miles (US 77 Alt; US 87; US 183 / South Esplanade Street): Navigation decision point; at 20 miles (US 77 Alt / US Highway 77A North): Navigation decision point; at 30.7 miles (US 77 Business Alternate / Loop 51): 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.
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15.4 mi into trip
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~21m in
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US 77 Alt; US 87; US 183 / South Esplanade Street
Turn left onto US 77 Alt; US 87; US 183 / South Esplanade Street
Navigation decision point
3
20 mi into trip
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~27m in
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US 77 Alt / US Highway 77A North
Turn right onto US 77 Alt / US Highway 77A North
Navigation decision point
3
30.7 mi into trip
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~42m in
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US 77 Business Alternate / Loop 51
Turn right onto US 77 Business Alternate / Loop 51
Navigation decision point
5
32.7 mi into trip
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~46m in
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TX 111 / West Morris Street
Turn right onto TX 111 / West Morris Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TX 72 | 15 mi | 21m |
| US Highway 77A North | 10.7 mi | 15m |
| South Esplanade Street | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| North US Highway 183 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Loop 51 | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Huck Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Irvine Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
TX 72
— 15 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yorktown, TX and Yoakum, TX.
1
Start on TX 72
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn straight onto TX 72
15 mi
·
21 min
·
TX 72
3
Turn left onto US 77 Alt; US 87; US 183
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Esplanade Street
4
Continue on US 77 Alt; US 183
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North US Highway 183
5
Turn right onto US 77 Alt
11 mi
·
15 min
·
US Highway 77A North
6
Turn right onto US 77 Business Alternate
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Loop 51
7
Continue on US 77 Business Alternate
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Huck Street
8
Turn straight onto US 77 Business Alternate
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Irvine Street
9
Turn right onto TX 111
176 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Morris Street
10
Arrive at destination
TX 111
Trip Plan
Given the short 46-minute duration and 32.7-mile distance, this trip offers great flexibility. You can easily depart Yorktown, TX at your leisure, perhaps after enjoying a morning coffee. There are no designated stops, so plan your own breaks as needed, though the short distance makes them optional. Keep an eye out for the transition from TX 72 to US Highway 77A North, as this is where the main road changes. With a fuel cost estimated at just $5, you won't need to worry extensively about refueling, but it's always wise to start with a full tank for any road trip.
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 16.4 miles from Yorktown, TX, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15 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 32.7 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.4 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yoakum, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Yorktown, 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 Yorktown, TX
This is one driving day of about 32.7 miles and 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Yorktown, 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 TX 72 for about 15 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.4 mi from Yorktown, TX · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.4 miles from Yorktown, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Yoakum, TX
The final approach into Yoakum, 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 Yoakum, 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
$4.94 one way
$9.88 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $5.41 | $10.82 |
| premium | $4.54 | $5.84 | $11.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.22 | $14.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.86 | $1.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.58 | $2.09 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Yoakum, TX
Night in Yoakum on Wednesday
Local time
9:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
46m 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 Yorktown, TX to Yoakum, TX covers 32.7 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are TX 72, US Highway 77A North, South Esplanade 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 16.4 miles from Yorktown, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.94 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 Yorktown, TX to Yoakum, TX is easy. At 46m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 15.4 miles (US 77 Alt; US 87; US 183 / South Esplanade Street): Navigation decision point; at 20 miles (US 77 Alt / US Highway 77A North): Navigation decision point; at 30.7 miles (US 77 Business Alternate / Loop 51): Navigation decision point.
The route from Yorktown, TX to Yoakum, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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