Trip from Burkburnett, TX to San Antonio, TX

Drive Time

5h 59m

Distance

352.9 mi

Route Type

Turn-heavy local drive

Long day trip

Trip Overview

The drive from Burkburnett, TX to San Antonio, TX covers 352.9 miles and takes about 5h 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on North Avenue D, Sheppard Road, South Red River Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $52.50 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

176.5 miles from Burkburnett, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day.

Drive Character

Expect a 5h 59m drive with frequent turns across 352.9 miles of local and secondary roads.

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

There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

North Avenue D is one of the defining roads on this drive.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
North Avenue D	0 mi	0m
Sheppard Road	0 mi	0m
South Red River Expressway	0 mi	0m
I 44 West	0 mi	0m
Central Freeway	0 mi	0m
Lloyd Ruby Overpass	0 mi	0m
Central East Freeway	0 mi	0m
Henry S Grace Freeway	0 mi	0m

Longest stretch: North Avenue D — 0 mi, about 0m

Step-by-Step Directions

1

Start on East 3rd Street

2

Turn left onto North Avenue D

3

Continue on Sheppard Road

4

Continue on South Red River Expressway

5

Take the ramp straight toward I 44 West, US 277 South, US 281 South: Wichita Falls

6

Merge slight left onto South Red River Expressway

7

Continue on Central Freeway

8

Continue on Lloyd Ruby Overpass

9

Continue on Central East Freeway

10

Keep slight left to continue on Henry S Grace Freeway

11

Keep slight left to continue on Henry S Grace Freeway

12

Continue straight

13

Continue on East Road

14

Continue on South US Highway 281

15

Continue on North 2nd Street

16

Turn right onto North Walnut Street

17

Turn straight onto North US Highway 281

18

Continue on North Rice Street

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Continue on South US Highway 281

20

Continue on North Key Avenue

21

Turn right onto South US Highway 281

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Continue on North Water Street

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Continue on South US Highway 281

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Continue on Main Street

25

Continue on South US Highway 281

26

Turn straight

27

Keep slight left to continue on US 281 HOV Lane

28

Merge slight right

29

Continue on William J Bordelon Freeway

30

Take the exit slight right toward Commerce Street, Downtown

31

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

32

Turn slight right onto East Commerce Street

33

Turn left onto Military Plaza

34

Turn left onto Dolorosa Street

35

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 176.5 miles from Burkburnett, 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 176.5 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 Burkburnett, 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 Burkburnett, TX

This is one driving day of about 352.9 miles and 5h 59m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Burkburnett, 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

Killeen, TX

176 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.

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 176.5 mi from Burkburnett, TX

Fort Worth, TX

Fuel and coffee

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

Killeen, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 176.5 miles from Burkburnett, 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	$52.50	$105.01
midgrade	$4.25	$59.08	$118.15
premium	$4.59	$63.79	$127.57
diesel	$3.99	$55.48	$110.96

Based on 25.4 MPG average. Estimated CO2 emission: 123.5 kg one way.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Burkburnett, TX to San Antonio, TX covers 352.9 miles and takes about 5h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are North Avenue D, Sheppard Road, South Red River Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 176.5 miles from Burkburnett, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $52.50 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.