Origin
Brady, TX
Afternoon in Brady on Sunday
Local time
4:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brady, TX to San Antonio, TX
Drive Time
2h 40m
Distance
140.4 mi
226 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 30m
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6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 2m
10 AM
2h 48m
12 PM
2h 46m
3 PM
2h 49m
5 PM
3h 1m
8 PM
2h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brady, TX
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San Antonio, TX
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Brady to San Antonio covers 140.8 miles of Texas landscape, a journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 22 minutes. Because this is a relatively short distance, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. You should budget approximately $21 for fuel to complete the transit between these two Great Plains locations. Since the route relies on local roads like Blackburn Street, East Commerce Street, and Bridge Street rather than major interstates, you can expect a more intimate look at the region. This drive is ideal for travelers who prefer a direct, no-nonsense path without the need for multiple long-haul stops.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
70.2 miles from Brady, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m 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, forcing you to navigate through various local segments. You will spend your time moving across surface streets, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being 0 miles on Blackburn Street. The character of the road is defined by its technical nature, requiring your full attention as you transition between Blackburn, East Commerce, and Bridge streets. It is a practical, hands-on driving experience that avoids the high-speed isolation of major highways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South US Highway 87 is the longest continuous segment at about 59.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on South US Highway 87 and US 87. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 92.5 miles in near US 87.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 140.4 miles you will encounter 13 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 92.5 miles (US 87): Lane positioning matters here; at 119.7 miles (I 10; US 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 138.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
92.5 mi into trip
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~1h 47m in
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US 87
Take the ramp onto US 87 toward I 10 East: San Antonio
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 10 East: San Antonio
6
119.7 mi into trip
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~2h 15m in
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I 10; US 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
138.8 mi into trip
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~2h 37m 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
6
139.4 mi into trip
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~2h 38m in
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North Pecos-La Trinidad
Keep slight right at fork onto North Pecos-La Trinidad
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
139.9 mi into trip
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~2h 39m in
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Dolorosa Street
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South US Highway 87 | 59.9 mi | 1h 7m |
| US 87 | 27.2 mi | 27m |
| I 10 | 17.4 mi | 19m |
| Bridge Street | 14.6 mi | 16m |
| North US Highway 87 | 13.2 mi | 15m |
| McDermott Freeway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 1.5 mi | 4m |
| South Washington Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
South US Highway 87
— 59.9 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brady, TX and San Antonio, TX.
1
Start on US 190; US 377
178 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 190; US 377
356 ft
·
9 sec
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Blackburn Street
3
Turn right onto US 190; US 377
274 ft
·
11 sec
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East Commerce Street
4
Turn left onto US 87; US 190; US 377
15 mi
·
16 min
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Bridge Street
5
Continue on US 87; US 377
13 mi
·
15 min
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North US Highway 87
6
Continue on US 87; TX 29
0.8 mi
·
56 sec
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Fort McKavitt Street
7
Take the exit onto US 87
166 ft
·
4 sec
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US 87
8
Merge onto US 87
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
San Antonio Street
9
Continue on US 87
40 mi
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44 min
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South US Highway 87
10
At end of road, turn left onto US 290; US 87
1.5 mi
·
4 min
·
West Main Street
11
Turn right onto US 87
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Washington Street
12
Continue on US 87
20 mi
·
23 min
·
South US Highway 87
13
Take the ramp onto US 87
27 mi
·
27 min
·
US 87
Toward I 10 East: San Antonio
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
17 mi
·
19 min
·
I 10; US 87
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
McDermott Freeway
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 569C
Toward Santa Rosa Street, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn straight onto North Pecos-La Trinidad
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
North Pecos-La Trinidad
18
Keep slight right at fork onto North Pecos-La Trinidad
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Pecos-La Trinidad
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
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Dolorosa Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
20
Arrive at destination
Dolorosa Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 22-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since there are no planned stops required for this 140.8-mile stretch, aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on local roads. Keep in mind that because this route lacks highway stretches, your average speed will remain lower than what you might find on an interstate, so factor that into your arrival expectations. Ensure your tank is topped off with at least $21 in fuel before you head out, as the local nature of the roads makes spontaneous refueling less predictable. Staying focused on the frequent turns is the best way to maintain a smooth pace throughout the drive.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 70.2 miles from Brady, TX, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.9 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.2 miles or 1h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 11m
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 Brady, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brady, TX
This is one driving day of about 140.4 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brady, 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.
The longest stretch is on South US Highway 87 for about 59.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 70.2 mi from Brady, TX · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 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 70.2 miles from Brady, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$21.45 one way
$42.89 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $23.50 | $47.01 |
| premium | $4.59 | $25.38 | $50.75 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $31.19 | $62.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.1 | 0 | $14.74 | $6.74 |
| Efficient EV | 35.1 | 0 | $12.29 | $5.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56.2 | 0 | $19.66 | $8.99 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
San Antonio, TX
Afternoon in San Antonio on Sunday
Local time
4:01 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
25 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 40m 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 Brady, TX to San Antonio, TX covers 140.4 miles and takes about 2h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South US Highway 87, US 87, I 10. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 70.2 miles from Brady, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.45 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 140.4 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 92.5 miles (US 87): Lane positioning matters here; at 119.7 miles (I 10; US 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 138.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Brady, TX to San Antonio, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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