Origin
Kerrville, TX
Evening in Kerrville on Sunday
Local time
7:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kerrville, TX to Austin, TX
Drive Time
2h 5m
Distance
100.7 mi
162 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 57m
★
6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 24m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 10m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 23m
8 PM
2h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kerrville, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Austin, TX
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Trip Overview
Spanning 100.7 miles, this route from Kerrville to Austin is a straightforward journey through the heart of the Texas Great Plains. You can expect to spend about 2 hours and 5 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $15, the drive is both time-efficient and budget-friendly. Since the entire trip stays within the same region, you won't experience drastic shifts in landscape, but you will enjoy a consistent drive between these two Texas hubs. Whether you are heading to the capital for business or a weekend getaway, this route provides a reliable connection without the need for an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
50.3 miles from Kerrville, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 85% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will navigate via South State Highway 16, Fredericksburg Road, and East US Highway 290. The longest uninterrupted portion of your journey covers 58.1 miles on East US Highway 290, which requires steady attention as you maintain highway speeds. While the route is designed for efficiency, the transition between these roads keeps the pace brisk. Expect a blend of fast-moving highway stretches that allow you to cover ground quickly as you move across the plains.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East US Highway 290 is the longest continuous segment at about 58.1 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,919 ft
487 ft
Total Climb
505 ft
Total Descent
1,658 ft
Highest Point
1,919 ft
~4.2 mi in
Elevation Range
1,433 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on East US Highway 290 and South State Highway 16. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 94.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 100.7 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 94.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 94.8 miles (Loop 1 / South Mopac Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 98.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
94.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
Take the exit toward Loop 1 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Loop 1 North
5
94.8 mi into trip
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~1h 57m in
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Loop 1 / South Mopac Expressway
Merge onto Loop 1 / South Mopac Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
98.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 1m in
Take the exit toward 5th Street, Lake Austin Boulevard, Cesar Chavez 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.
Toward 5th Street, Lake Austin Boulevard, Cesar...
9
98.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 1m in
Keep slight left at fork toward West 5th Street, Lake Austin Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward West 5th Street, Lake Austin Boulevard
8
99.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 2m in
Keep slight right at fork toward 5th Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward 5th Street
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Kerrville, TX to Austin, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Loop 1 North along the way.
Loop 1 North
94.1 mi in
|
~1h 55m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East US Highway 290 | 58.1 mi | 1h 8m |
| South State Highway 16 | 14.2 mi | 15m |
| Fredericksburg Road | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| South US Highway 281 | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| South Mopac Expressway | 4 mi | 4m |
| Friendship Lane | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| West US Highway 290 | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| Sidney Baker Street | 2.3 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
East US Highway 290
— 58.1 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kerrville, TX and Austin, TX.
1
Start on TX 27
69 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto TX 16
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Sidney Baker Street
3
Continue on TX 16
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Fredericksburg Road
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on TX 16
14 mi
·
15 min
·
South State Highway 16
5
Turn right onto Friendship Lane
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Friendship Lane
6
At end of road, turn right onto US 290
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
East Main Street
7
Continue on US 290
27 mi
·
30 min
·
East US Highway 290
8
Continue on US 290
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
9
Take the exit onto US 290
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
US 290
10
Merge onto US 281; US 290
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
South US Highway 281
11
Turn slight left onto US 290
31 mi
·
37 min
·
East US Highway 290
Toward US 290: Austin
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on US 290
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
West US Highway 290
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
14
Continue on West US Highway 290
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West US Highway 290
15
Continue on US 290; TX 71
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 290; TX 71
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward Loop 1 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto Loop 1
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
South Mopac Expressway
Use the none lane.
18
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
Toward 5th Street, Lake Austin Boulevard, Cesar Chavez Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward West 5th Street, Lake Austin Boulevard
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight right at fork
120 ft
·
2 sec
Toward 5th Street
Use the slight right lane.
21
Turn straight onto West 5th Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
West 5th Street
Use the none / straight lanes.
22
Arrive at destination
East 5th Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid peak traffic in Austin. You won't need to plan for any formal stops along the way, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is wise despite the modest $15 cost. Since the route lacks mandatory breaks, you can easily complete the 100.7-mile distance in one go. If you are traveling during busy periods, monitor the conditions on East US Highway 290, as it serves as the primary artery for the majority of your travel. Aim to depart mid-morning to ensure you arrive at your destination refreshed and ready for your next move.
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 50.3 miles from Kerrville, TX, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.1 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 80 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.3 miles or 1h 1m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Austin, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kerrville, 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 Kerrville, TX
This is one driving day of about 100.7 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kerrville, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on East US Highway 290 for about 58.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.3 mi from Kerrville, TX · 1h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.3 miles from Kerrville, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Austin, TX
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.38 one way
$30.77 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $16.86 | $33.71 |
| premium | $4.59 | $18.20 | $36.40 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.37 | $44.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.2 | 0 | $10.57 | $4.83 |
| Efficient EV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.81 | $4.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.3 | 0 | $14.10 | $6.44 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Austin, TX
Evening in Austin on Sunday
Local time
7:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
64°F
San Marcos, TX
50 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 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
2h 5m 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 Kerrville, TX to Austin, TX covers 100.7 miles and takes about 2h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East US Highway 290, South State Highway 16, Fredericksburg Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.3 miles from Kerrville, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.38 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 demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 100.7 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 94.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 94.8 miles (Loop 1 / South Mopac Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 98.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Kerrville, TX to Austin, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Loop 1 North along the way.
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