Drive Time
4h 19m
Distance
231.7 mi
373 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
The drive from Killeen, TX to Sienna Plantation, TX covers 231.7 miles and takes about 4h 19m 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 $35.39 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
115.8 miles from Killeen, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 9m into the drive .
Expect a 4h 19m drive with frequent turns across 231.7 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
This is a straightforward 4h 19m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Killeen, TX to Sienna Plantation, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Veterans Memorial Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Fort Hood Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Interstate 35 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| TX 130 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| TX 71 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 130 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 71 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| TX 71 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Killeen, TX and Sienna Plantation, TX.
Start on the route
Turn left
Turn right onto East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
Turn left onto South Fort Hood Street
Take the exit slight right
Continue on North Interstate 35
Take the ramp straight toward TX 130 Toll South: San Antonio
Continue straight
Take the exit slight right toward TX 71: Austin, Houston, Barbara Jordan Terminal, Austin–Bergstrom International Airport
Turn straight onto State Highway 130
Turn left onto East State Highway 71
Take the ramp straight toward TX 71 East: Houston
Continue on Texas State Highway 71
Take the exit slight right toward TX 99 Toll North, TX 99 South: Grand Parkway
Keep slight right to continue on TX 99 South: Grand Parkway
Merge slight left onto West Grand Parkway South
Take the exit slight right toward US 90 Alternate, FM 1464: Sandhill Drive
Turn left onto East US Highway 90A
Turn right onto State Highway 6 South Frontage Road
Continue straight
Continue straight
Turn right onto Sienna Parkway
Turn left onto Waters Lake Boulevard
Turn left onto Sawmill Lake Drive
Turn left onto Monarch Crossing
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 115.8 miles or 2h 9m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sienna Plantation, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Killeen, TX
This is one driving day of about 231.7 miles and 4h 19m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 115.8 mi from Killeen, TX · 2h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
116 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 115.8 miles from Killeen, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Sienna Plantation, 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 Sienna Plantation, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$35.39 one way
$70.79 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $38.79 | $77.57 |
| premium | $4.59 | $41.88 | $83.76 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $51.48 | $102.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 69.5 | 0 | $24.33 | $11.12 |
| Efficient EV | 57.9 | 0 | $20.27 | $9.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 92.7 | 1 | $32.44 | $14.83 |
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Night in Killeen on Saturday
Local time
10:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Night in Sienna Plantation on Saturday
Local time
10:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
65°F
Austin, TX
116 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
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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