Origin
Ganado, TX
Night in Ganado on Wednesday
Local time
9:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ganado, TX to San Antonio, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 55m
Distance
146.9 mi
236 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 44m
★
6 AM
2h 55m
8 AM
3h 17m
10 AM
3h 3m
12 PM
3h 1m
3 PM
3h 4m
5 PM
3h 16m
8 PM
2h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ganado, TX
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San Antonio, TX
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Trip Overview
Driving from Ganado to San Antonio covers 148.9 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 31 minutes. Since the entire trip stays within the Great Plains region of Texas, you can easily complete this journey in a single day. You should budget approximately $22 for fuel to cover the distance. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive, it is best suited for those who prefer navigating backroads over high-speed interstates. Whether you are traveling for business or a change of scenery, the manageable duration makes this an efficient day trip without the need for an overnight stop.
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
73.5 miles from Ganado, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a very different experience than a standard interstate commute, as this route consists entirely of local roads with zero highway percentage. You will spend your time navigating a turn-heavy path that demands your full attention behind the wheel. The journey lacks the long, monotonous stretches found on major freeways, instead offering a more technical driving environment. Since the road requires frequent adjustments, your pace will be dictated by the local network rather than high-speed cruising. Stay alert, as the winding nature of this route keeps the drive engaging from start to finish.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 87 is the longest continuous segment at about 76.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 87 and US 59. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 142 miles in near US 87.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 146.9 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 142 miles (US 87): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 142.2 miles (I 10; US 87; US 90 / Jose Lopez Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 143.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
142 mi into trip
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~2h 47m in
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US 87
Turn left onto US 87 toward I 10 West, US 90 West
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward I 10 West, US 90 West
5
142.2 mi into trip
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~2h 47m in
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I 10; US 87; US 90 / Jose Lopez Freeway
Merge onto I 10; US 87; US 90 / Jose Lopez Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
143.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 49m in
Take the exit toward I 37, US 281: Corpus Christi, Johnson City
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 574
Toward I 37, US 281: Corpus Christi, Johnson Ci...
8
144 mi into trip
|
~2h 49m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 37 North, US 281 North: Johnson City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 37 North, US 281 North: Johnson City
8
145.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 52m in
Take the exit toward Commerce Street, Downtown, The Alamo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 141
Toward Commerce Street, Downtown, The Alamo
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 87 | 76.5 mi | 1h 30m |
| US 59 | 25.1 mi | 27m |
| US Highway 87 North | 22 mi | 25m |
| Northeast Zac Lentz Parkway | 5.7 mi | 7m |
| West Heaton Street | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| US 59 Bus | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| East Broadway Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Jose Lopez Freeway | 1.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 87
— 76.5 mi, about 1h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ganado, TX and San Antonio, TX.
1
Start on TX 172
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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South 3rd Street
2
Turn left onto Loop 522
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West York Street
3
Turn right onto CR 251
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
County Road 251
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
5
Merge onto US 59
25 mi
·
27 min
·
US 59
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward US 59 Business: Victoria
7
Continue on US 59 Bus
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US 59 Bus
8
Turn right onto Northeast Zac Lentz Parkway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast Zac Lentz Parkway
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
10
Merge onto Loop 463
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Northeast Zac Lentz Parkway
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
12
Turn straight onto Northeast Zac Lentz Parkway
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
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Northeast Zac Lentz Parkway
13
Turn right onto US 87
22 mi
·
25 min
·
US Highway 87 North
14
Continue on US 87
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Broadway Street
15
Turn left onto US 77 Alt; US 87; US 183
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
·
South Esplanade Street
16
Turn right onto TX 72
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
West Heaton Street
17
Turn right onto US 87
76 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
·
US 87
18
Turn slight right onto US 87
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Roland Avenue
19
Turn left onto US 87
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
US 87
Toward I 10 West, US 90 West
Use the straight / left lanes.
20
Merge onto I 10; US 87; US 90
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Jose Lopez Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 574
Toward I 37, US 281: Corpus Christi, Johnson City
Use the slight right lane.
22
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 37 North, US 281 North: Johnson City
Use the slight right lane.
23
Merge onto I 37; US 281
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
William J Bordelon Freeway
24
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 141
Toward Commerce Street, Downtown, The Alamo
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Turn straight onto Interstate 37 South
380 ft
·
11 sec
·
Interstate 37 South
26
Turn left onto East Commerce Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Commerce Street
27
Turn left onto Military Plaza
392 ft
·
15 sec
·
Military Plaza
28
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
327 ft
·
8 sec
·
Dolorosa Street
29
Arrive at destination
Dolorosa Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 31 minute travel time, you have plenty of flexibility when planning your departure. Since there are no designated stops on this 148.9-mile route, make sure your fuel tank is ready to go before you leave Ganado to avoid any mid-trip stress. Because this path relies on local roads rather than major highways, check your navigation app for any unexpected construction or traffic that could impact your local route. Pack snacks and water in the car, as the lack of highway infrastructure means services may be more limited than you would find on a major transit corridor. Staying well-rested is key since the constant turns require more active driving than a typical highway cruise.
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 73.5 miles from Ganado, TX, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76.5 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 32 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.5 miles or 1h 26m 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 21m
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 Ganado, 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 Ganado, TX
This is one driving day of about 146.9 miles and 2h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Ganado, 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 US 87 for about 76.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.5 mi from Ganado, TX · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.5 miles from Ganado, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 87 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 76.5 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
$22.20 one way
$44.39 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $24.30 | $48.59 |
| premium | $4.54 | $26.23 | $52.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.43 | $64.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.1 | 0 | $15.42 | $7.05 |
| Efficient EV | 36.7 | 0 | $12.85 | $5.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.8 | 0 | $20.57 | $9.40 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Night in San Antonio on Wednesday
Local time
9:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 55m 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 Ganado, TX to San Antonio, TX covers 146.9 miles and takes about 2h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 87, US 59, US Highway 87 North. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.5 miles from Ganado, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.20 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 is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 146.9 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 142 miles (US 87): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 142.2 miles (I 10; US 87; US 90 / Jose Lopez Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 143.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Ganado, TX to San Antonio, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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