Origin
Killeen, TX
Morning in Killeen on Saturday
Local time
8:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Killeen, TX to Canyon Lake, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 41m
Distance
134.3 mi
216 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 30m
★
6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 2m
10 AM
2h 49m
12 PM
2h 46m
3 PM
2h 50m
5 PM
3h 1m
8 PM
2h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Killeen, TX
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Canyon Lake, TX
Artūras Kokorevas
Trip Overview
The drive from Killeen, TX to Canyon Lake, TX covers 134.3 miles and takes about 2h 41m 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, South Fort Hood Street, Interstate 35 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.29 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
67.2 miles from Killeen, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
About the Cities
Starting in Killeen, TX
Full guide →Killeen is a city in the Central Hill Country of Texas. It is home to U.S. Army installation Fort Cavasos, one of the largest military bases in the world.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 41m. Total distance: 134.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 41m drive with frequent turns across 134.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 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.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Killeen, TX to Canyon Lake, TX is easy. At 2h 41m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Killeen, TX to Canyon Lake, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Veterans Memorial Boulevard | — | — |
| South Fort Hood Street | — | — |
| Interstate 35 | — | — |
| I 35 South | — | — |
| Purple Heart Trail | — | — |
| Highway 35 | — | — |
| Walnut Avenue | — | — |
| Interstate 35 South | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Killeen, TX and Canyon Lake, TX.
1
Start on the route
75 ft
·
11 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left
82 ft
·
8 sec
3
Turn right onto East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
4
Turn left onto South Fort Hood Street
34 mi
·
37 min
·
South Fort Hood Street
5
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
6
Continue on North Interstate 35
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
North Interstate 35
7
Continue on North Interstate 35
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Interstate 35
8
Take the ramp slight left toward I 35 South: Austin
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 35 South: Austin
9
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
28 mi
·
30 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
10
Keep slight left to continue on Purple Heart Trail
50 mi
·
54 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
11
Continue on Interstate Highway 35
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
Interstate Highway 35
12
Take the exit slight right toward Walnut Avenue
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Walnut Avenue
13
Turn straight onto Interstate 35 South
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Interstate 35 South
14
Turn right onto South Walnut Avenue
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
South Walnut Avenue
15
Continue on State Highway 46 West
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 46 West
16
Turn slight right
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
17
Turn slight right
108 ft
·
7 sec
18
Turn right
7.7 mi
·
10 min
19
Turn left onto FM 2673
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
FM 2673
20
Continue on Cranes Mill Road
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Cranes Mill Road
21
Turn right onto Oblate Drive
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Oblate Drive
22
Continue on Lighthouse Drive
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
Lighthouse Drive
23
Turn right onto Robin Hood Drive
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Robin Hood Drive
24
Continue on Robin Hood Drive
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
Robin Hood Drive
25
Turn left onto Canyon Lake Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Canyon Lake Drive
26
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 67.2 miles from Killeen, TX, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
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 30 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.2 miles or 1h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Canyon Lake, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Killeen, TX
This is one driving day of about 134.3 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 67.2 mi from Killeen, TX · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 67.2 miles from Killeen, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Canyon Lake, TX
The final approach into Canyon Lake, 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 Canyon Lake, 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
$20.29 one way
$40.59 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $22.21 | $44.42 |
| premium | $4.54 | $23.98 | $47.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.65 | $59.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.3 | 0 | $14.10 | $6.45 |
| Efficient EV | 33.6 | 0 | $11.75 | $5.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.7 | 0 | $18.80 | $8.60 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Canyon Lake, TX
Morning in Canyon Lake on Saturday
Local time
8:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
2h 41m 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 Killeen, TX to Canyon Lake, TX covers 134.3 miles and takes about 2h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Veterans Memorial Boulevard, South Fort Hood Street, Interstate 35. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 67.2 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 $20.29 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Killeen, TX to Canyon Lake, TX is easy. At 2h 41m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Killeen, TX to Canyon Lake, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Killeen, TX to Canyon Lake, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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