Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
60.8 mi
98 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Austin, TX
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Kingsland, TX
Jeff Stapleton
The drive from Austin, TX to Kingsland, TX covers 60.8 miles and takes about 1h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Highway 71, West Ranch Road 1431, East State Highway 71 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 22.4 miles on West Highway 71. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.19 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 60.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 1h 29m highway drive covering 60.8 miles, with most of the trip on West Highway 71 and West Ranch Road 1431. The longest continuous stretch is about 22.4 miles on West Highway 71.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West Highway 71 and West Ranch Road 1431. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Brazos Street.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 60.8 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Brazos Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (East 6th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (Atlanta Street): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto Brazos Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto East 6th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Atlanta Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 290 West, TX 71 West: Johnson City, Llano
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward US 290 West, TX 71 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Austin, TX to Kingsland, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Llano along the way.
Llano
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Highway 71 | 22.4 mi | 31m |
| West Ranch Road 1431 | 12.4 mi | 21m |
| East State Highway 71 | 11.3 mi | 12m |
| South US Highway 281 | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| South Mopac Expressway | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| US 290 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| East 6th Street | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| East 5th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Austin, TX and Kingsland, TX.
Start on East 5th Street
Turn left onto Brazos Street
Turn left onto East 6th Street
Turn left onto Atlanta Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto Loop 1
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto US 290; TX 71
Turn slight right onto West Highway 71
Continue on TX 71
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 281
Turn left onto RM 1431
Turn left onto CR 320
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.4 mi from Austin, TX · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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.
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 30.4 miles from Austin, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Kingsland, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$9.19 one way
$18.37 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $10.06 | $20.11 |
| premium | $4.54 | $10.86 | $21.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.42 | $26.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.38 | $2.92 |
| Efficient EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.32 | $2.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.51 | $3.89 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Austin on Thursday
Local time
3:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Kingsland on Thursday
Local time
3:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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