Origin
Austin, TX
Morning in Austin on Thursday
Local time
10:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Austin, TX to La Grange, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
62.3 mi
100 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Austin, TX to La Grange, TX covers 62.3 miles and takes about 1h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Red River Street, East 7th Street, Airport Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.41 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 62.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 11m drive with frequent turns across 62.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Red River Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Austin, TX to La Grange, TX is easy. At 1h 11m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Austin, TX to La Grange, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Red River Street | — | — |
| East 7th Street | — | — |
| Airport Boulevard | — | — |
| Ed Bluestein Boulevard | — | — |
| 183 Toll South | — | — |
| Bergstrom Expressway | — | — |
| Bastrop Highway | — | — |
| TX 71 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Red River Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Austin, TX and La Grange, TX.
1
Start on East 5th Street
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
East 5th Street
2
Turn left onto Red River Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Red River Street
3
Turn right onto East 7th Street
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
East 7th Street
4
Turn straight onto Airport Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Airport Boulevard
5
Continue on Ed Bluestein Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Ed Bluestein Boulevard
6
Take the ramp straight toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
183 Toll South: Lockhart
7
Merge slight left onto Bergstrom Expressway
0.8 mi
·
47 sec
·
Bergstrom Expressway
8
Continue on Bastrop Highway
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
Bastrop Highway
9
Take the exit slight left toward TX 71 East: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
TX 71 East: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
10
Continue on East State Highway 71
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East State Highway 71
11
Turn straight onto Bastrop Freeway
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Bastrop Freeway
12
Continue on East State Highway 71
0.5 mi
·
29 sec
·
East State Highway 71
13
Continue on Texas State Highway 71
51 mi
·
54 min
·
Texas State Highway 71
14
Take the exit slight right toward US 77: Giddings, Schulenburg
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
US 77: Giddings, Schulenburg
15
Continue on West State Highway 71 Bypass
351 ft
·
14 sec
·
West State Highway 71 Bypass
16
Turn right onto North Jefferson Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Jefferson Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.2 mi from Austin, TX · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.2 miles from Austin, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in La Grange, TX
The final approach into La Grange, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.41 one way
$18.83 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $10.30 | $20.61 |
| premium | $4.54 | $11.12 | $22.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.76 | $27.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.54 | $2.99 |
| Efficient EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.45 | $2.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.72 | $3.99 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
La Grange, TX
Morning in La Grange on Thursday
Local time
10:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
62°F
Bastrop, TX
31 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 11m 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 Austin, TX to La Grange, TX covers 62.3 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Red River Street, East 7th Street, Airport Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.2 miles from Austin, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.41 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.
The drive from Austin, TX to La Grange, TX is easy. At 1h 11m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Austin, TX to La Grange, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Austin, TX to La Grange, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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