Trip from Annetta, TX to San Antonio, TX

Drive Time

4h 40m

Distance

266.2 mi

Route Type

Turn-heavy local drive

Long day trip

Trip Overview

The drive from Annetta, TX to San Antonio, TX covers 266.2 miles and takes about 4h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on FM 5, Annetta Road, Interstate 20 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $39.61 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

133.1 miles from Annetta, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day.

Drive Character

Expect a 4h 40m drive with frequent turns across 266.2 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

FM 5 is one of the defining roads on this drive.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
FM 5	0 mi	0m
Annetta Road	0 mi	0m
Interstate 20	0 mi	0m
I 20 West	0 mi	0m
US 281	0 mi	0m
I-20	0 mi	0m
Highway 281	0 mi	0m
East Road	0 mi	0m

Longest stretch: FM 5 — 0 mi, about 0m

Step-by-Step Directions

1

Start on North O'Neal Avenue

2

Continue on West FM 5

3

Continue on Annetta Road

4

Turn left onto East Interstate 20

5

Take the ramp slight left toward I 20 West, US 180 West

6

Merge slight left

7

Take the exit slight right toward US 281: Stephenville, Mineral Wells

8

Turn straight onto I-20 Service Road

9

Turn left onto South US Highway 281

10

Continue on East Road

11

Continue on South US Highway 281

12

Continue on North 2nd Street

13

Turn right onto North Walnut Street

14

Turn straight onto North US Highway 281

15

Continue on North Rice Street

16

Continue on South US Highway 281

17

Continue on North Key Avenue

18

Turn right onto South US Highway 281

19

Continue on North Water Street

20

Continue on South US Highway 281

21

Continue on Main Street

22

Continue on South US Highway 281

23

Turn straight

24

Keep slight left to continue on US 281 HOV Lane

25

Merge slight right

26

Continue on William J Bordelon Freeway

27

Take the exit slight right toward Commerce Street, Downtown

28

Keep slight right to continue on Downtown, The Alamo, Visitor Information Center

29

Turn slight right onto East Commerce Street

30

Turn left onto Military Plaza

31

Turn left onto Dolorosa Street

32

Arrive at your destination

When to Leave

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 133.1 miles from Annetta, TX.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Drive Plan

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 133.1 miles

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Last hour of driving

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near San Antonio, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Annetta, 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.

Trip Strategy

Day 1

Settle into the route from Annetta, TX

This is one driving day of about 266.2 miles and 4h 40m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Annetta, TX.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

Best Stop Towns on This Route

These towns line up with the pace of this drive and give you clearer places to stop with a purpose.

Late stop town

Meal stop

Austin, TX

133 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.

Popular next leg

Austin, TX to San Antonio, TX

79.9 mi · 1h 20m

Travel Advice

Arrival Notes

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.

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.

Stops Along the Way

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 133.1 mi from Annetta, TX

Ames, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Austin, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 133.1 miles from Annetta, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions for the drive, so the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
regular	$3.78	$39.61	$79.21
midgrade	$4.25	$44.56	$89.12
premium	$4.59	$48.12	$96.23
diesel	$3.99	$41.85	$83.70

Based on 25.4 MPG average. Estimated CO2 emission: 93.1 kg one way.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Annetta, TX to San Antonio, TX covers 266.2 miles and takes about 4h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are FM 5, Annetta Road, Interstate 20. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 133.1 miles from Annetta, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $39.61 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.