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Trip from Killeen, TX to La Marque, TX

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 41m

Distance

235.3 mi

379 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$36

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 28m ★
6 AM
4h 42m
8 AM
5h 9m
10 AM
4h 51m
12 PM
4h 49m
3 PM
4h 53m
5 PM
5h 8m
8 PM
4h 34m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Bell County, Texas, United States

Killeen, TX

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Downtown La Marque, TX, TX

La Marque, TX

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Trip Overview

The drive from Killeen, TX to La Marque, TX covers 235.3 miles and takes about 4h 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Gulf Freeway, North Earl Rudder Freeway, Aggie Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33 miles on Gulf Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.55 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

117.7 miles from Killeen, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 20m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Gulf Freeway 33 mi 38m
North Earl Rudder Freeway 30.1 mi 31m
Aggie Expressway 24.7 mi 27m
FM 485 20.4 mi 25m
Farm-to-Market Road 979 15.3 mi 19m
South State Highway 6 13.7 mi 14m
Tomball Parkway 12.6 mi 16m
West Adams Avenue 12 mi 14m
Longest stretch: Gulf Freeway — 33 mi, about 38m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Killeen, TX and La Marque, TX.

1

Start on this road

74 ft · 10 sec · this road
2

Turn left

83 ft · 11 sec
3

Turn left onto US 190 Bus

5.1 mi · 8 min · East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
4

Turn slight right onto Edwards Drive

0.5 mi · 55 sec · Edwards Drive
5

Take the ramp

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 14 East, US 190 East
6

Merge onto I 14; US 190

11 mi · 11 min · Central Texas Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Merge onto I 35; US 190

6.8 mi · 7 min · Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Exit 301 Toward TX 53, FM 2305: Central Avenue, Adams Avenue Use the slight right lane.
9

Turn straight onto South General Bruce Drive

0.2 mi · 17 sec · South General Bruce Drive
Toward TX 53, FM 2305
10

Turn slight right

222 ft · 8 sec
11

Turn slight right onto TX 53

1.0 mi · 1 min · West Central Avenue
12

Turn left onto TX 53; Spur 290

216 ft · 3 sec · North 3rd Street
13

Turn right onto TX 53

12 mi · 14 min · West Adams Avenue
14

Turn right onto FM 485

20 mi · 25 min · FM 485
15

Turn left onto FM 979

15 mi · 19 min · Farm-to-Market Road 979
16

Continue on FM 979

0.7 mi · 1 min · Browning Street
17

Turn right onto TX 6

1.3 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
18

Continue on TX 6

6.2 mi · 6 min · North State Highway 6
19

Continue on US 79; TX 6

2.1 mi · 2 min · North Market Street
20

Continue on US 190; TX 6

14 mi · 14 min · South State Highway 6
21

Continue on US 190; TX 6

30 mi · 31 min · North Earl Rudder Freeway
22

Continue on TX 6

3.4 mi · 3 min · State Highway 6
23

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward East TX 105, Spur 515: Conroe
24

Turn straight onto TX 105

0.2 mi · 24 sec · State Highway 6
25

Turn left onto TX 105

5.9 mi · 6 min · State Highway 105
26

Turn straight onto TX 249

25 mi · 27 min · Aggie Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Continue on TX 249 Toll

3.6 mi · 4 min · MCTRA 249 Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28

Continue on TBT

7.0 mi · 8 min · Tomball Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29

Continue on TX 249

13 mi · 16 min · Tomball Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30

Continue on TX 249

1.8 mi · 3 min · West Mount Houston Road
31

Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Drive

1.8 mi · 3 min · Veterans Memorial Drive
32

Continue on North Freeway Frontage Road

0.1 mi · 13 sec · North Freeway Frontage Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
33

Take the ramp

453 ft · 11 sec
Toward I 45 South
34

Merge onto I 45

7.4 mi · 9 min · North Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35

Continue on I 45

33 mi · 38 min · Gulf Freeway
Use the straight / left lanes.
36

Take the exit onto FM 1764

3.1 mi · 3 min · Emmett F Lowry Expressway
Toward FM 1764: Texas City Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Toward TX 3: La Marque, Dickinson Use the slight right lane.
38

Turn straight onto Emmett F Lowry Expressway

0.4 mi · 47 sec · Emmett F Lowry Expressway
39

At end of road, turn right onto TX 3

2.1 mi · 3 min · TX 3
Use the right lane.
40

Turn right onto Cedar Drive

0.5 mi · 1 min · Cedar Drive
41

Turn right

15 ft · 1 sec
42

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

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 117.7 miles from Killeen, TX, or about 2h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33 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 52 miles or 1h 5m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 117.7 miles or 2h 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 3h 50m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near La Marque, 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 235.3 miles and 4h 41m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 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.
The longest stretch is on Gulf Freeway for about 33 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Brazos County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

College Station, TX

118 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

Rockdale, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

College Station, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 117.7 miles from Killeen, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Cidercade Houston

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 201.7

Houston, Texas

Hours: 10 am–12 pm

+13462417524

Visit website

Downtown Aquarium

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 201.7

Houston, Texas

Hours: 10 am–8:30 pm

+17132233474

Visit website

Children's Museum Houston

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 201.7

Houston, Texas

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+17135221138

Visit website

The Orange Show Center for Visionary Art

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 201.7

Houston, Texas

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+17139266368

Visit website

Break Free Escape Room

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 218.5

Webster, Texas

Hours: 12–9 pm

+12812013556

Visit website

Space Center Houston

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 218.5

Houston, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12812442100

Visit website

Great Escape of Central Texas

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Killeen, Texas

Hours: 3:30–9:30 pm

+12546802686

Visit website

League Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 218.5

League City, Texas

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12815541180

Visit website

Lions Club Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Killeen, Texas

Hours: 5 am–10 pm

+12545016390

Visit website

Frankie Carter Randolph Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 218.5

Friendswood, Texas

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12814826055

Union Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 201.7

Houston, Texas

+17132598070

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 22

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 232.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

8
23.8 mi into trip | ~29m in

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

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 301 Toward TX 53, FM 2305: Central Avenue, Adams Av...
6
228.9 mi into trip | ~4h 32m in | FM 1764 / Emmett F Lowry Expressway

Take the exit onto FM 1764 / Emmett F Lowry Expressway toward FM 1764: Texas City

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward FM 1764: Texas City
7
232.1 mi into trip | ~4h 36m in

Take the exit toward TX 3: La Marque, Dickinson

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward TX 3: La Marque, Dickinson
6
232.7 mi into trip | ~4h 37m in | TX 3

At end of road, turn right onto TX 3

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$35.55 one way

$71.11 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 82 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $38.92 $77.83
premium $4.54 $42.01 $84.02
diesel $5.61 $51.95 $103.90

Estimated Tolls: $0.74

Tomball Tollway (7 mi) $0.49
MCTRA 249 Tollway (3.6 mi) $0.25

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$36

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$61–$86

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 82.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 70.6 0 $24.71 $11.29
Efficient EV 58.8 0 $20.59 $9.41
EV Truck/SUV 94.1 1 $32.94 $15.06

Gas CO2

82 kg

EV CO2

28 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

Killeen, TX

Afternoon in Killeen on Saturday

Local time

2:34 PM

CDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

La Marque, TX

Afternoon in La Marque on Saturday

Local time

2:34 PM

CDT

Current temp

68°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

8 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

4h 41m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

235.3 mi in 4h 41m, mostly highway — 33 mi of that is on Gulf Freeway.

74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
42 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33 mi on Gulf Freeway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Gulf Freeway and North Earl Rudder Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

Driving Effort 7/10

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 235.3 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 23.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 228.9 miles (FM 1764 / Emmett F Lowry Expressway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Killeen, TX and La Marque, TX, road signs point toward Fm 2305 and Spur 515: Conroe.

Fm 2305

24 mi in | ~30m | via South General Bruce Drive

Spur 515: Conroe

130.5 mi in | ~2h 34m

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 4h 41m. Total distance: 235.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 33 miles on Gulf Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.74 in tolls one way, starting with Tomball Tollway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at La Marque, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 23.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 228.9 miles (FM 1764 / Emmett F Lowry Expressway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.4 hours — manageable with a long break at La Marque, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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