Drive Time
6h 29m
Distance
409.6 mi
659 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$61
one way
Photo: Thomas balabaud
The drive from Kermit, TX to Austin, TX covers 409.6 miles and takes about 6h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Austin Street, South Poplar Street, East Jim Sharp Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $60.94 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
204.8 miles from Kermit, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 14m into the drive .
Expect a 6h 29m drive with frequent turns across 409.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Austin Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Poplar Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Jim Sharp Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 302 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Kermit Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West 42nd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Loop 338 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ray C | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Kermit, TX and Austin, TX.
Start on the route
Turn left onto East Austin Street
Turn left onto South Poplar Street
Turn left onto East Jim Sharp Boulevard
Continue on East State Highway 302
Continue on Kermit Highway
Turn left onto West 42nd Street
Take the exit slight right toward Loop 338
Keep slight right
Merge slight left onto Ray C. Stoker, Jr. Memorial Highway
Continue on Northeast Loop 338
Turn left onto East Interstate 20
Take the ramp slight left toward I 20 East: Midland
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward TX 158, FM 715: Garden City, San Angelo
Turn straight onto East Interstate 20
Turn right onto Garden City Highway
Continue on East State Highway 158
Merge slight left onto US Highway 87 North
Continue on 4th Street
Continue on US Highway 87 South
Continue straight
Turn right onto Bridge Street
Turn left onto State Highway 71
Turn left
Turn right onto Bessemer Avenue
Continue on Ford Street
Turn left
Turn left onto Bee Caves Road
Continue on Bee Cave Road
Continue on Bee Caves Road
Turn left onto South Mopac Service Road
Take the ramp slight left toward Loop 1 North
Merge slight left onto South Mopac Expressway
Take the exit slight right toward 5th Street, Lake Austin Boulevard, Cesar Chavez Street
Keep slight left to continue on West 5th Street, Lake Austin Boulevard
Keep slight right to continue on 5th Street
Turn straight onto West 5th 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 90 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 204.8 miles or 3h 14m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Austin, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Kermit, 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 Kermit, TX
This is one driving day of about 409.6 miles and 6h 29m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 204.8 mi from Kermit, TX · 3h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
205 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 90 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 204.8 miles from Kermit, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Austin, 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 Austin, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$60.94 one way
$121.88 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $68.57 | $137.14 |
| premium | $4.59 | $74.03 | $148.07 |
| diesel | $3.99 | $64.39 | $128.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$61
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$86–$111
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 143.3 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $43 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 122.9 | 1 | $43.01 | $19.66 |
| Efficient EV | 102.4 | 1 | $35.84 | $16.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 163.8 | 2 | $57.34 | $26.21 |
Gas CO2
143 kg
EV CO2
48 kg (66% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Kermit on Saturday
Local time
8:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Austin on Saturday
Local time
8:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
61°F
Leander, TX
205 mi in
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.
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