Origin
Alice, TX
Afternoon in Alice on Sunday
Local time
3:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alice, TX to San Antonio, TX
Drive Time
2h 22m
Distance
125.5 mi
202 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 13m
★
6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 42m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 41m
8 PM
2h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alice, TX
Action Construction Equipment Ltd. - ACE
San Antonio, TX
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Alice to San Antonio covers 125.8 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 58 minutes. Since both cities are located within the Great Plains region of Texas, the environment remains consistent throughout your journey. This trip is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $19, it is an affordable option for a quick transit between these two points. Because the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, plan for a steady, focused drive rather than a high-speed sprint.
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
62.7 miles from Alice, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero highway miles, focusing instead on local navigation through North Cameron Street, East 3rd Street, and North Johnson Street. You will find no long, uninterrupted stretches here, as the longest segment on North Cameron Street is 0 miles, indicating frequent transitions and turns. Navigating these local roads requires your full attention, as the character of the drive is defined by its winding, non-highway layout. It is a practical path that prioritizes local connectivity over rapid transit speeds.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 281 is the longest continuous segment at about 105.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 281 and Nueces Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Cameron Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 22m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Cameron Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (US 281 Business / North Johnson Street): Navigation decision point; at 55.3 miles (US 281): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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North Cameron Street
Turn right onto North Cameron Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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US 281 Business / North Johnson Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 281 Business / North Johnson Street
Navigation decision point
5
55.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
US 281
Take the exit onto US 281
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
124.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 19m in
Take the exit toward Commerce Street, Downtown, The Alamo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 141
Toward Commerce Street, Downtown, The Alamo
5
125.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 22m in
|
Dolorosa Street
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 281 | 105.3 mi | 1h 53m |
| Nueces Street | 14.7 mi | 18m |
| North Johnson Street | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| East Commerce Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East 3rd Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Military Plaza | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Interstate 37 South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Cameron Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 281
— 105.3 mi, about 1h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alice, TX and San Antonio, TX.
1
Start on East 2nd Street
94 ft
·
6 sec
·
East 2nd Street
2
Turn right onto North Cameron Street
357 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Cameron Street
3
Turn left onto East 3rd Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East 3rd Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 281 Business
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
North Johnson Street
5
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
6
Merge onto US 281
36 mi
·
41 min
·
US 281
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 281
15 mi
·
18 min
·
Nueces Street
8
Continue on US 281
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 281
9
Take the exit onto US 281
69 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
US 281
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 141
Toward Commerce Street, Downtown, The Alamo
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto Interstate 37 South
380 ft
·
11 sec
·
Interstate 37 South
12
Turn left onto East Commerce Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Commerce Street
13
Turn left onto Military Plaza
392 ft
·
15 sec
·
Military Plaza
14
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
327 ft
·
8 sec
·
Dolorosa Street
15
Arrive at destination
Dolorosa Street
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 58 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your own schedule. Since there are no scheduled stops in the data, try to build in your own breaks to maintain focus during this turn-heavy drive. Keep your fuel budget of $19 in mind when planning your refueling stops before you head out. Because you are traveling exclusively on local roads, stay alert for changing speed limits and intersection turns that define this path. Embracing the lack of highway segments allows you to take the drive at a consistent, steady pace without the pressure of merging into fast-moving traffic.
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 62.7 miles from Alice, TX, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 105.3 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 80 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.7 miles or 1h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near San Antonio, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Alice, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Alice, TX
This is one driving day of about 125.5 miles and 2h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Alice, 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 281 for about 105.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 62.7 mi from Alice, TX · 1h 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.7 miles from Alice, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 281 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 105.3 miles.
Arriving in San Antonio, TX
The final approach into San Antonio, 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 San Antonio, TX.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.17 one way
$38.34 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $21.01 | $42.02 |
| premium | $4.59 | $22.68 | $45.37 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $27.88 | $55.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.7 | 0 | $13.18 | $6.02 |
| Efficient EV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.98 | $5.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.2 | 0 | $17.57 | $8.03 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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
San Antonio, TX
Afternoon in San Antonio on Sunday
Local time
3:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°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
11 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
2h 22m 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 Alice, TX to San Antonio, TX covers 125.5 miles and takes about 2h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 281, Nueces Street, North Johnson 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 62.7 miles from Alice, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.17 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 2h 22m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Cameron Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (US 281 Business / North Johnson Street): Navigation decision point; at 55.3 miles (US 281): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Alice, TX to San Antonio, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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