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Distance from Ratcliff , Texas to Staples , Texas

Driving Distance
216.4 mi 348.3 km
Flying Distance
195.4 mi 314.4 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Ratcliff, Texas to Staples, Texas is 216.4 mi (348.3 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 195.4 mi (314.4 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 24 min (assuming average flight speed of 500 mph)

The estimated travel time by road is 3 hours 37 minutes

Traveling highway, long-distance in a southwest direction. Average speeds around 58 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Ratcliff
State/Province Texas
Country US
Latitude 31.391483
Longitude -95.137355
GPS 31.391483° N, 95.137355° W
Local Time 6:29 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:


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Place Staples
State/Province Texas
Country US
Latitude 29.781401
Longitude -97.836218
GPS 29.781401° N, 97.836218° W
Local Time 6:29 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Ratcliff, Texas to Staples, Texas covers 216.4 mi (348.3 km) in a southwest direction. This highway, long-distance route typically takes 3 hours 37 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (212.0-227.0 miles / 341-365 km). The primary route shown here saves 7 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views, toll sections. with average speeds around 58 mph (93 km/h).

Available Routes

TX-21 E/E State Hwy 21
216.4 mi 3 hours 37 minutes
Shortest Fastest Tolls
TX-21 W
227 mi 3 hours 45 minutes
Tolls
TX-21 E/E State Hwy 21 and FM 20 S
212 mi 3 hours 39 minutes

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.