Trip from Killeen, TX to Alvin, TX

Drive Time

4h 35m

Distance

223.6 mi

Route Type

Turn-heavy local drive

Long day trip

Trip Overview

The drive from Killeen, TX to Alvin, TX covers 223.6 miles and takes about 4h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on East Veterans Memorial Boulevard, Edwards Drive, I 14 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $33.27 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

111.8 miles from Killeen, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day.

Drive Character

Expect a 4h 35m drive with frequent turns across 223.6 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 40 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

East Veterans Memorial Boulevard is one of the defining roads on this drive.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
East Veterans Memorial Boulevard	0 mi	0m
Edwards Drive	0 mi	0m
I 14 East	0 mi	0m
Central Texas Expressway	0 mi	0m
Purple Heart Trail	0 mi	0m
TX 53	0 mi	0m
South General Bruce Drive	0 mi	0m
West Central Avenue	0 mi	0m

Longest stretch: East Veterans Memorial Boulevard — 0 mi, about 0m

Step-by-Step Directions

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Start on the route

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Turn left

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Turn left onto East Veterans Memorial Boulevard

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Turn slight right onto Edwards Drive

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Take the ramp straight toward I 14 East, US 190 East

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Merge slight left onto Central Texas Expressway

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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail

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Take the exit slight right toward TX 53, FM 2305: Central Avenue, Adams Avenue

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Turn straight onto South General Bruce Drive

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Turn slight right

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Turn slight right onto West Central Avenue

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Turn left onto North 3rd Street

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Turn right onto West Adams Avenue

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Turn right

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Turn left onto Farm-to-Market Road 979

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Continue on Browning Street

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Turn right onto South Main Street

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Continue on North State Highway 6

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Continue on North Market Street

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Continue on South State Highway 6

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Continue on North Earl Rudder Freeway

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Continue on State Highway 6

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Take the exit slight right toward East TX 105, Spur 515: Conroe

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Turn straight onto State Highway 6

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Turn left onto State Highway 105

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Turn straight onto Aggie Expressway

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Continue on MCTRA 249 Tollway

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Continue on Tomball Tollway

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Continue on Tomball Parkway

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Continue on West Mount Houston Road

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Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Drive

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Continue on North Freeway Frontage Road

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Take the ramp slight left toward I 45 South

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Merge slight left onto North Freeway

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Continue on Gulf Freeway

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Take the exit slight right toward TX 35 South, I 610 West: Pearland, Alvin

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Keep slight left to continue on TX 35 South: Alvin

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Turn slight right onto North Gordon Street

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Turn right onto West Sealy Street

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Arrive at your destination

When to Leave

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 111.8 miles from Killeen, TX.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Drive Plan

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 111.8 miles

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Last hour of driving

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alvin, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Killeen, 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.

Trip Strategy

Day 1

Settle into the route from Killeen, TX

This is one driving day of about 223.6 miles and 4h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Killeen, 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.

Best Stop Towns on This Route

These towns line up with the pace of this drive and give you clearer places to stop with a purpose.

Late stop town

Meal stop

Houston, TX

112 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.

Popular next leg

Houston, TX to Alvin, TX

27.5 mi · 42m

Travel Advice

Arrival Notes

The final approach into Alvin, 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 Alvin, TX.

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.

Stops Along the Way

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 111.8 mi from Killeen, TX

Austin, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Houston, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 111.8 miles from Killeen, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions for the drive, so the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
regular	$3.78	$33.27	$66.53
midgrade	$4.25	$37.43	$74.86
premium	$4.59	$40.42	$80.83
diesel	$3.99	$35.15	$70.30

Based on 25.4 MPG average. Estimated CO2 emission: 78.2 kg one way.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Killeen, TX to Alvin, TX covers 223.6 miles and takes about 4h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are East Veterans Memorial Boulevard, Edwards Drive, I 14 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 111.8 miles from Killeen, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.27 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.