Origin
Georgetown, TX
Night in Georgetown on Thursday
Local time
9:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Georgetown, TX to Killeen, TX
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
49m
Distance
40.2 mi
65 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Georgetown, TX
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Killeen, TX
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Trip Overview
The drive from Georgetown, TX to Killeen, TX covers 40.2 miles and takes about 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 195, North Interstate 35, Purple Heart Trail for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34 miles on State Highway 195. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.07 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 40.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 49m highway drive covering 40.2 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 195 and North Interstate 35. The longest continuous stretch is about 34 miles on State Highway 195.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 195 is the longest continuous segment at about 34 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 195 and North Interstate 35. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near West 6th Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 40.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (West 6th Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (I 35 / Purple Heart Trail): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
West 6th Street
Turn left onto West 6th Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.7 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 35 / Purple Heart Trail
Merge onto I 35 / Purple Heart Trail
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
3.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward TX 195 North: Florence, Killeen
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 266
Toward TX 195 North: Florence, Killeen
8
4.8 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward TX 195 North: Florence, Killeen
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward TX 195 North: Florence, Killeen
5
40.2 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 195 | 34 mi | 38m |
| North Interstate 35 | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Purple Heart Trail | 0.9 mi | <1m |
| West Veterans Memorial Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Austin Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Williams Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 6th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 195
— 34 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown, TX and Killeen, TX.
1
Start on South Main Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
2
Turn left onto West 6th Street
317 ft
·
11 sec
·
West 6th Street
3
Turn right onto South Austin Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Austin Avenue
4
Turn left onto RM 2338
403 ft
·
17 sec
·
Williams Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Turn slight right
227 ft
·
10 sec
Toward I 35 North
6
Continue on North Interstate 35
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Interstate 35
Toward I 35 North
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
8
Merge onto I 35
0.9 mi
·
54 sec
·
Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Exit 266
Toward TX 195 North: Florence, Killeen
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward TX 195 North: Florence, Killeen
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on North Interstate 35
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
North Interstate 35
12
Turn left onto TX 195
34 mi
·
38 min
·
State Highway 195
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Turn slight right
263 ft
·
9 sec
Use the right lane.
14
Turn slight right onto US 190 Bus
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Veterans Memorial Boulevard
Use the right lane.
15
Turn left
83 ft
·
8 sec
16
Turn right
74 ft
·
5 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.1 mi from Georgetown, TX · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.1 miles from Georgetown, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Killeen, TX
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Killeen, TX if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.07 one way
$12.15 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $6.65 | $13.30 |
| premium | $4.54 | $7.18 | $14.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.88 | $17.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.22 | $1.93 |
| Efficient EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.52 | $1.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.63 | $2.57 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Killeen, TX
Night in Killeen on Thursday
Local time
9:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
Florence, TX
20 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
13 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
49m 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 Georgetown, TX to Killeen, TX covers 40.2 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 195, North Interstate 35, Purple Heart Trail. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.1 miles from Georgetown, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.07 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 is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 40.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (West 6th Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (I 35 / Purple Heart Trail): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Georgetown, TX to Killeen, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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