Traveling from Huntington to San Antonio covers 310.1 miles and typically requires about 5 hours and 10 minutes of time behind the wheel. Because the route is primarily made up of turn-heavy local roads rather than major interstates, you should plan for a full day of driving. Budgeting approximately $46 for fuel will get you from the Great Plains region to your destination. While the trip is manageable as a one-day excursion, the nature of the local roads means you will spend most of your time navigating turns rather than cruising at high speeds. Keep in mind that this is a localized journey, so prepare for a slower pace compared to standard highway travel.
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
151.7 miles from Huntington, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 53m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 40m. Total distance: 303.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highly technical and turn-heavy experience on this 310.1-mile journey. Unlike a typical interstate commute, this route features a 0% highway share, relying instead on local arteries like South Raguet Street, North Raguet Street, and Raguet Street. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on South Raguet Street, you will need to remain alert and engaged at the wheel throughout the entire duration. This drive is defined by constant maneuvering through local environments, providing a very different feel than a monotonous highway slog. Be prepared for a continuous, hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention 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 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
TX 21 is the longest continuous segment at about 148.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TX 21 and Pickle Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 202.8 miles in near TX 95 / State Highway 95.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 303.3 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 202.8 miles (TX 95 / State Highway 95): Lane positioning matters here; at 227.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 262.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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202.8 mi into trip|~3h 51m in|TX 95 / State Highway 95
Turn left onto TX 95 / State Highway 95
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
227.5 mi into trip|~4h 21m in
Turn left toward US 183, Toll 130 South
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 183, Toll 130 South
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262.6 mi into trip|~4h 54m 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
6
283.8 mi into trip|~5h 16m in|I 10; US 90; TX 130
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
298.2 mi into trip|~5h 31m 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Huntington, TX to San Antonio, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Toll 130 South along the way.
Toll 130 South
227.5 mi in|~4h 21m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
TX 21
148.3 mi
2h 48m
Pickle Parkway
34 mi
29m
I 10
32.5 mi
33m
TX 7
31.3 mi
34m
West State Highway 21
17.8 mi
20m
Raguet Street
11.7 mi
12m
US 69
10.1 mi
12m
East Commerce Street
4.3 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
TX 21
— 148.3 mi, about 2h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntington, TX and San Antonio, TX.
1
Start on US 69
10 mi·12 min·US 69
2
Continue on South Raguet Street
2.5 mi·4 min·South Raguet Street
3
Continue on Spur 339
0.3 mi·26 sec·North Raguet Street
4
Continue on TX 103
12 mi·12 min·Raguet Street
5
Continue on TX 7
31 mi·34 min·TX 7
6
Turn right onto US 287; TX 7
129 ft·2 sec·5th Street
7
Turn left onto US 287; TX 7; TX 19; TX 21
196 ft·6 sec·East Houston Avenue
8
Turn left onto US 287; TX 7; TX 19; TX 21
289 ft·8 sec·South 4th Street
9
Turn right onto TX 7; TX 21
1.6 mi·2 min·East Goliad Avenue
10
Turn left onto TX 21
145 mi·2 hr 44 min·TX 21
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left onto TX 95
0.3 mi·29 sec·State Highway 95
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Turn right onto TX 21
409 ft·10 sec·State Highway 71 East
Use the right lane.
13
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward TX 21 West, TX 71 West
14
Merge onto TX 21; TX 71
2.2 mi·2 min·State Highway 71 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on TX 71; TX 21
0.7 mi·49 sec·TX 71; TX 21
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on TX 21; TX 71
2.8 mi·3 min·TX 21; TX 71
17
Take the exit onto TX 21
0.3 mi·51 sec·TX 21
Toward TX 21 West: San Marcos
18
Turn left onto TX 21
18 mi·20 min·West State Highway 21
19
Turn left
0.3 mi·1 min
Toward US 183, Toll 130 SouthUse the left lane.
20
Turn straight onto US 183
0.5 mi·36 sec·US 183
21
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward TX 130 Toll South
22
Merge onto TX 130 Toll
34 mi·29 min·Pickle Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 10 West: San AntonioUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
24
Merge onto I 10; TX 130
11 mi·11 min·I 10; TX 130
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
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.
26
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.
27
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.
28
Continue on I 10; US 90
1.6 mi·1 min·Jose Lopez Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Take the exit
0.1 mi·19 sec
Exit 579Toward Commerce Street, Houston StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Turn straight onto Interstate 10 East
0.3 mi·38 sec·Interstate 10 East
31
Turn right onto East Houston Street
0.2 mi·20 sec·East Houston Street
32
Turn slight left onto East Commerce Street
4.3 mi·7 min·East Commerce Street
33
Turn left onto Military Plaza
392 ft·15 sec·Military Plaza
34
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
327 ft·8 sec·Dolorosa Street
35
Arrive at destination
Dolorosa Street
Trip Plan
Given the turn-heavy profile of this 5-hour and 10-minute drive, departing early in the morning is your best strategy to navigate local traffic comfortably. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs, as the lack of highway stretches can make the constant turning feel more fatiguing than a standard interstate trip. Since your fuel budget is estimated at $46, keep an eye on your gauge early on, as local road driving can sometimes be less fuel-efficient than consistent highway cruising. Use the flexibility of this one-day itinerary to your advantage by taking breaks whenever you encounter a change in the local road layout. Always double-check your navigation before setting out, as the reliance on local streets requires precise turns to keep your travel time on track.
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 151.7 miles from Huntington, TX, or about 2h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 148.3 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 67 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 151.7 miles or 2h 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 42m
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 Huntington, 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 Huntington, TX
This is one driving day of about 303.3 miles and 5h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Huntington, 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 TX 21 for about 148.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 151.7 mi from Huntington, TX
· 2h 53m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to San Antonio Missions, a National Park Service site and the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Texas. Each mission in the park is a center of community and has been since the early 1700s. Th...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 303.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.83 one way
$91.66 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg106 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$50.16
$100.33
premium
$4.54
$54.15
$108.30
diesel
$5.61
$66.96
$133.93
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 106.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
91
1
$31.85
$14.56
Efficient EV
75.8
0
$26.54
$12.13
EV Truck/SUV
121.3
1
$42.46
$19.41
Gas CO2
106 kg
EV CO2
35 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Huntington, TX
Late night
in Huntington on Friday
Local time
12:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
San Antonio, TX
Late night
in San Antonio on Friday
Local time
12:39 AM
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
1 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
5h 40m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Huntington, TX to San Antonio, TX covers 303.3 miles and takes about 5h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are TX 21, Pickle Parkway, I 10. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 151.7 miles from Huntington, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $45.83 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 303.3 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 202.8 miles (TX 95 / State Highway 95): Lane positioning matters here; at 227.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 262.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Huntington, TX to San Antonio, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Toll 130 South along the way.
