Origin
Anton, TX
Afternoon in Anton on Sunday
Local time
3:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Anton, TX to San Antonio, TX
Drive Time
7h 12m
Distance
409.6 mi
659 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$63
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 2m
★
6 AM
7h 13m
8 AM
7h 34m
10 AM
7h 20m
12 PM
7h 18m
3 PM
7h 21m
5 PM
7h 33m
8 PM
7h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Anton, TX
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San Antonio, TX
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Trip Overview
Spanning 415.2 miles across the Texas landscape, this journey from Anton to San Antonio typically takes about 6 hours and 32 minutes of pure drive time. Since you will be navigating a turn-heavy local route rather than major interstates, it functions best as a single-day commitment for those comfortable with consistent focus behind the wheel. Budget approximately $62 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Great Plains locations. While it is technically possible to complete the trip in one go, staying mindful of the duration is key to keeping your energy levels steady. This route offers a direct, localized experience that avoids the typical highway congestion, making it a practical choice if you prefer a steady, hands-on driving pace.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
204.8 miles from Anton, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly tactile driving experience on this 415.2-mile trek, as the route relies entirely on local roads like West 4th Street, Lawrence Avenue, and West 1st Street. With a highway share of 0%, you should prepare for a turn-heavy journey that demands your full attention rather than a mindless cruise. The character of the road is defined by its local nature, favoring smaller thoroughfares over high-speed corridors. Because you won't encounter the rhythm of a standard interstate, the drive feels consistent from start to finish. Keep in mind that the lack of highway stretches means your speed will be dictated by local traffic patterns and the winding nature of the streets.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 38 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 84 is the longest continuous segment at about 80 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 84 and I 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 140.8 miles in near US 84.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 409.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 140.8 miles (US 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 147.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 206.8 miles (US 83 / South 7th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
140.8 mi into trip
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~2h 27m in
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US 84
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84 toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
6
147.2 mi into trip
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~2h 34m in
Take the exit toward SH 70 South, SH 70 Business: Sweetwater, San Angelo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 244
Toward SH 70 South, SH 70 Business: Sweetwater,...
6
206.8 mi into trip
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~3h 40m in
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US 83 / South 7th Street
Turn left onto US 83 / South 7th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
294.6 mi into trip
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~5h 14m in
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US 83
Take the exit onto US 83 toward I 10 East: San Antonio
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 10 East: San Antonio
8
407.9 mi into trip
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~7h 9m in
Take the exit toward Santa Rosa Street, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 569C
Toward Santa Rosa Street, Downtown
Towns Along This Route
Between Anton, TX and San Antonio, TX, road signs point toward Sh 70 South, Sh 70 Business: Sweetwater and San Angelo.
Sh 70 South
147.2 mi in
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~2h 34m
Sh 70 Business: Sweetwater
147.2 mi in
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~2h 34m
San Angelo
147.2 mi in
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~2h 34m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 84 | 80 mi | 1h 20m |
| I 10 | 71.7 mi | 1h 14m |
| Grassmeyer Street | 41.9 mi | 44m |
| US 83 | 40 mi | 38m |
| State Highway 153 | 29.5 mi | 33m |
| Ellis Street | 29.4 mi | 31m |
| East Highway 84 | 26.9 mi | 26m |
| South 7th Street | 16.5 mi | 18m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 84
— 80 mi, about 1h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anton, TX and San Antonio, TX.
1
Start on Main Street
95 ft
·
4 sec
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Main Street
2
Continue on West 4th Street
227 ft
·
11 sec
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West 4th Street
3
Turn left onto Lawrence Avenue
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
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Lawrence Avenue
4
At end of road, turn right onto FM 597
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
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West 1st Street
5
Turn sharp left onto US 84; FM 168
6.1 mi
·
6 min
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US Highway 84
Use the none lane.
6
Continue on US 84
11 mi
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12 min
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Highway 84
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on US 84
6.0 mi
·
7 min
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Clovis Road
8
Merge onto US 84
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Avenue Q
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on US 84
4.8 mi
·
6 min
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Slaton Road
10
Continue on US 84
6.9 mi
·
6 min
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East Highway 84
11
Continue on US 84
4.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
12
Continue on US 84
20 mi
·
20 min
·
East Highway 84
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on US 84
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North US Highway 84
Use the none lane.
14
Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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East 15th Street
15
Turn right onto TX 207
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
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Ralls Road
16
Turn straight onto TX 207
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Avenue F
17
At end of road, turn left onto US 84
74 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
US Highway 84
18
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
6.5 mi
·
6 min
·
US 84
Toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
19
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 244
Toward SH 70 South, SH 70 Business: Sweetwater, San Angelo
20
Turn slight left onto Southwest Georgia Avenue
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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Southwest Georgia Avenue
21
Turn right onto TX 70
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lamar Street
22
Continue on TX 70
10 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 70
23
Turn left onto TX 153
29 mi
·
33 min
·
State Highway 153
24
Turn right onto FM 2111
12 mi
·
13 min
·
FM 2111
25
Turn left onto TX 158
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
TX 158
26
At end of road, turn right onto US 67; US 83
387 ft
·
18 sec
·
Hutchings Avenue
27
Turn left onto US 83
17 mi
·
18 min
·
South 7th Street
Use the left lane.
28
Continue on US 83
42 mi
·
44 min
·
Grassmeyer Street
Use the none lane.
29
Continue on US 83
29 mi
·
31 min
·
Ellis Street
30
Take the exit onto US 83
40 mi
·
38 min
·
US 83
Toward I 10 East: San Antonio
Use the left lane.
31
Continue on I 10
54 mi
·
54 min
·
I 10
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
32
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
17 mi
·
19 min
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I 10; US 87
Use the none lane.
33
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
McDermott Freeway
Use the none lane.
34
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 569C
Toward Santa Rosa Street, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
35
Turn straight onto North Pecos-La Trinidad
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
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North Pecos-La Trinidad
36
Keep slight right at fork onto North Pecos-La Trinidad
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Pecos-La Trinidad
Use the straight lane.
37
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Dolorosa Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
38
Arrive at destination
Dolorosa Street
Trip Plan
To manage your 6-hour and 32-minute transit effectively, aim for an early departure to maximize daylight hours on these local roads. Since the route involves only one planned stop, you should identify your rest point in advance to break up the monotony of the turn-heavy segments. Given the $62 fuel estimate, it is wise to fill your tank before leaving Anton, as local road networks may offer fewer convenient fueling options than major interstates. Flexibility is your greatest asset here; take advantage of the ability to adjust your pace as needed throughout the day. Pay close attention to navigation signage along Lawrence Avenue and West 1st Street, as the lack of highway markers makes staying on track essential.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 204.8 miles from Anton, TX, or about 3h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80 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 90 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 204.8 miles or 3h 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 8m
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 Anton, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Anton, TX
This is one driving day of about 409.6 miles and 7h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 90 miles from Anton, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 84 for about 80 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 204.8 mi from Anton, TX · 3h 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
205 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 90 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 204.8 miles from Anton, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 84 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 80 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$62.57 one way
$125.14 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
143 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $68.57 | $137.14 |
| premium | $4.59 | $74.03 | $148.07 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $91.00 | $182.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$63
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$88–$113
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 143.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $43 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 122.9 | 1 | $43.01 | $19.66 |
| Efficient EV | 102.4 | 1 | $35.84 | $16.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 163.8 | 2 | $57.34 | $26.21 |
Gas CO2
143 kg
EV CO2
48 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
3:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
55°F
Sweetwater, TX
205 mi in
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
33 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
7h 12m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Anton, TX to San Antonio, TX covers 409.6 miles and takes about 7h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 84, I 10, Grassmeyer 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 204.8 miles from Anton, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $62.57 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 409.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 140.8 miles (US 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 147.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 206.8 miles (US 83 / South 7th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Between Anton, TX and San Antonio, TX, road signs point toward Sh 70 South, Sh 70 Business: Sweetwater and San Angelo.
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