Origin
Hallsville, TX
Morning in Hallsville on Thursday
Local time
7:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
6h 12m
Distance
367.9 mi
592 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hallsville, TX
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San Antonio, TX
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The drive from Hallsville, TX to San Antonio, TX covers 367.9 miles and takes about 6h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 20, US 259 South, Highway 259 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $55.59 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
184 miles from Hallsville, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 6m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 12m. Total distance: 367.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 12m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a 6h 12m drive with frequent turns across 367.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 12m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hallsville, TX to San Antonio, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | — | — |
| US 259 South | — | — |
| Highway 259 North | — | — |
| Highway 259 | — | — |
| Highway 31 East | — | — |
| Chandler Highway | — | — |
| Highway 31 West | — | — |
| Highway 31 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Hallsville, TX and San Antonio, TX.
Start on South Central Street
Take the ramp slight right toward I 20
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight left toward US 259 South, SH 31 West: Kilgore, Henderson
Keep slight right to continue on US 259 South, SH 31 West: Kilgore, Henderson
Continue on US Highway 259 North
Keep slight right to continue on US Highway 259 Business North
Turn right onto State Highway 31 East
Continue on Chandler Highway
Continue on State Highway 31 West
Continue on East Highway 31
Continue on State Highway 31 East
Take the exit right
Merge slight left onto Jed Robinson Loop
Take the exit slight right
Keep slight left
Turn right onto State Highway 31 West
Continue on East Royall Boulevard
Continue on State Highway 31 East
Continue on Northwest 2nd Street
Turn left onto Corsicana Bypass
At the end of the road, turn left onto West State Highway 31
Continue on Hubbard Bypass
Continue on State Highway 31
Continue on East US Highway 84
Continue on Bellmead Drive
Turn straight onto East Waco Drive
Turn left onto North Jack Kultgen Expressway
Take the ramp straight toward I 35 South, US 77 South
Merge slight left onto North Jack Kultgen Expressway
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
Keep slight left
Keep slight left to continue on Purple Heart Trail
Continue on Interstate Highway 35
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
Continue on North Pan Am Expressway
Keep slight left to continue on North Pan Am Expressway
Keep slight left to continue on North Pan Am Expressway
Take the exit slight right toward Lexington Avenue, Main Avenue, San Pedro Avenue
Turn straight onto East Elmira Street
Turn left onto North Main Avenue
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Navarro Street
Exit the roundabout onto Navarro Street
Keep slight right to continue on North Main Avenue
Turn right onto West Travis Street
Turn left onto North Flores Street
Continue on Military Plaza
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
Arrive at your destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 81 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 184 miles or 3h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near San Antonio, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Hallsville, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Hallsville, TX
This is one driving day of about 367.9 miles and 6h 12m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 184 mi from Hallsville, TX · 3h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
184 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.
A short stop after about 81 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 184 miles from Hallsville, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$55.59 one way
$111.18 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $60.85 | $121.70 |
| premium | $4.54 | $65.69 | $131.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $81.23 | $162.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 128.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 110.4 | 1 | $38.63 | $17.66 |
| Efficient EV | 92 | 1 | $32.19 | $14.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 147.2 | 1 | $51.51 | $23.55 |
Gas CO2
129 kg
EV CO2
43 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Hallsville on Thursday
Local time
7:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in San Antonio on Thursday
Local time
7:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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