Origin
Garfield, TX
Afternoon in Garfield on Thursday
Local time
4:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Garfield, TX to San Antonio, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
93.2 mi
150 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 28m
★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Garfield, TX
Jeff Stapleton
San Antonio, TX
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 93.2-mile drive from Garfield, TX, to San Antonio, TX, is easily manageable in just 1 hour and 34 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll spend most of your time on highways, with 93% of the route being on main roads like Pickle Parkway and I-10. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $14, which is quite economical for a trip of this distance. Given its short duration and highway focus, this route is ideal for a quick transition between destinations within the Great Plains region of Texas, with no overnight stops typically needed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.6 miles from Garfield, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 34m. Total distance: 93.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 93.2-mile trip, with 93% of the drive utilizing major roadways. The most significant uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 47.9 miles on Pickle Parkway, offering a consistent pace. While primarily an interstate journey, you'll transition onto East Commerce Street as you approach San Antonio, marking a shift from high-speed travel to a more urban approach. This route generally maintains a steady, direct flow, prioritizing efficiency over varied scenery.
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.
Pickle Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 47.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pickle Parkway and I 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in near TX 71 / East State Highway 71.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 93.2 miles you will encounter 14 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 3.9 miles (TX 71 / East State Highway 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.3 miles (State Highway 130): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
3.9 mi into trip
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~4m in
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TX 71 / East State Highway 71
Take the exit onto TX 71 / East State Highway 71 toward TX 71 West, TX 45 Toll, TX 130 Toll: Austin, Waco, San Antonio
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.
Toward TX 71 West, TX 45 Toll, TX 130 Toll: Aus...
6
4.3 mi into trip
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~5m in
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State Highway 130
Turn left onto State Highway 130
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
4.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward TX 45 Toll South, TX 130 Toll South: San Antonio
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward TX 45 Toll South, TX 130 Toll South: San...
7
52.5 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 10 West: San Antonio
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 10 West: San Antonio
8
88 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
Take the exit toward Commerce Street, Houston Street
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 579
Toward Commerce Street, Houston Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pickle Parkway | 47.9 mi | 42m |
| I 10 | 32.5 mi | 33m |
| East Commerce Street | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| TX 71 | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| Jose Lopez Freeway | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| 90th Infantry Division Highway | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| East State Highway 71 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Interstate 10 East | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pickle Parkway
— 47.9 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garfield, TX and San Antonio, TX.
1
Start on Albert Brown Drive
217 ft
·
13 sec
·
Albert Brown Drive
2
Turn left
81 ft
·
5 sec
3
Turn right onto TX 71
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
TX 71
4
Take the exit onto TX 71
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
East State Highway 71
Toward TX 71 West, TX 45 Toll, TX 130 Toll: Austin, Waco, San Antonio
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Turn left onto State Highway 130
464 ft
·
11 sec
·
State Highway 130
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward TX 45 Toll South, TX 130 Toll South: San Antonio
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Merge onto TX 45 Toll; TX 130 Toll
48 mi
·
42 min
·
Pickle Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 10 West: San Antonio
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 10; TX 130
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 10; TX 130
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 10; US 90; TX 130
9.4 mi
·
9 min
·
I 10; US 90; TX 130
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 10; US 90; TX 130
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
0.8 mi
·
51 sec
·
90th Infantry Division Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 10; US 90
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Jose Lopez Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 579
Toward Commerce Street, Houston Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn straight onto Interstate 10 East
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Interstate 10 East
16
Turn right onto East Houston Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
East Houston Street
17
Turn slight left onto East Commerce Street
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
East Commerce Street
18
Turn left onto Military Plaza
392 ft
·
15 sec
·
Military Plaza
19
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
327 ft
·
8 sec
·
Dolorosa Street
20
Arrive at destination
Dolorosa Street
Trip Plan
With a duration of only 1 hour and 34 minutes, this 93.2-mile journey from Garfield to San Antonio offers great flexibility for departure times. You can easily leave early to beat any potential traffic into San Antonio or depart later in the day. Since it's a short, highway-centric drive with no designated stops in the data, you can decide on your own pace for any brief breaks. Keep in mind that the longest continuous stretch on Pickle Parkway is nearly 48 miles, so plan for a quick fuel stop before or after this segment if needed, especially considering the $14 fuel cost estimate.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 46.6 miles from Garfield, TX, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.9 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 21 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.6 miles or 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near San Antonio, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Garfield, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Garfield, TX
This is one driving day of about 93.2 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Garfield, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pickle Parkway for about 47.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.6 mi from Garfield, TX · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.6 miles from Garfield, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.08 one way
$28.17 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $15.41 | $30.83 |
| premium | $4.54 | $16.64 | $33.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.58 | $41.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28 | 0 | $9.79 | $4.47 |
| Efficient EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.16 | $3.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.3 | 0 | $13.05 | $5.96 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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 Thursday
Local time
4:49 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
11 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
1h 34m 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 Garfield, TX to San Antonio, TX covers 93.2 miles and takes about 1h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pickle Parkway, I 10, East Commerce Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.6 miles from Garfield, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.08 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 93.2 miles you will encounter 14 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 3.9 miles (TX 71 / East State Highway 71): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.3 miles (State Highway 130): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Garfield, TX to San Antonio, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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