Drive Time
7h 8m
Distance
391.3 mi
630 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$60
one way
Photo: Jeff Stapleton
The drive from Killeen, TX to Pecos, TX covers 391.3 miles and takes about 7h 8m 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, Central Texas Expressway, US 190 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $59.77 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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
195.6 miles from Killeen, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 34m into the drive .
Expect a 7h 8m drive with frequent turns across 391.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 8m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Killeen, TX to Pecos, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Veterans Memorial Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Central Texas Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 190 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| FM 1715 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| FM 580 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Avenue J | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Key Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 281 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Killeen, TX and Pecos, TX.
Start on the route
Turn left
Turn right onto East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
Keep slight left
Merge slight left onto Central Texas Expressway
Keep slight left to continue on US 190 West: Lampasas
Turn right onto FM 1715
At the end of the road, turn left onto East FM 580
Continue on East Avenue J
At the end of the road, turn right onto North Key Avenue
Continue on North US Highway 281
Keep slight left to continue on North US Highway 183
Turn left onto US Highway 190 West
Continue on Boy Street
Turn left onto Bridge Street
At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
Turn left onto Church Street
Turn right onto Commerce Street
Turn straight onto United States Highway 87
Continue on South Bryant Boulevard
Continue on South Koenigheim Street
Continue on North Bryant Boulevard
Continue on US Highway 87 North
Continue straight
Turn straight onto US Highway 87 North
Take the exit slight left toward SH 158 West: Midland
Turn left onto East Interstate 20
Take the ramp slight left toward I 20 West: Odessa
Merge slight left
Continue straight
Take the exit slight right toward US 285: Carlsbad, Fort Stockton
Turn right onto South Cedar Street
Turn left onto East 6th 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 86 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 195.6 miles or 3h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pecos, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Killeen, 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.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Killeen, TX
This is one driving day of about 391.3 miles and 7h 8m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 195.6 mi from Killeen, TX · 3h 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
196 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 86 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 195.6 miles from Killeen, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Pecos, 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 Pecos, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$59.77 one way
$119.55 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $65.50 | $131.01 |
| premium | $4.59 | $70.73 | $141.45 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $86.93 | $173.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$60
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$85–$110
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 136.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 117.4 | 1 | $41.09 | $18.78 |
| Efficient EV | 97.8 | 1 | $34.24 | $15.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 156.5 | 1 | $54.78 | $25.04 |
Gas CO2
137 kg
EV CO2
46 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
Evening in Killeen on Saturday
Local time
6:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Pecos on Saturday
Local time
6:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
54°F
Live Oak, TX
196 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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