Origin
Killeen, TX
Afternoon in Killeen on Sunday
Local time
2:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Killeen, TX to Hewitt, TX
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
52.2 mi
84 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Killeen, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Hewitt, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
The drive from Killeen, TX to Hewitt, TX covers 52.2 miles and takes about 1h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Purple Heart Trail, Central Texas Expressway, East Veterans Memorial Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 30.8 miles on Purple Heart Trail. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.97 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
26.1 miles from Killeen, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 1m drive with frequent turns across 52.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Purple Heart Trail is the longest continuous segment at about 30.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.2 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (US 190 Bus / East Veterans Memorial Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (I 14; US 190 / Central Texas Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 190 Bus / East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
Turn left onto US 190 Bus / East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
6.2 mi into trip
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~11m in
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I 14; US 190 / Central Texas Expressway
Merge onto I 14; US 190 / Central Texas Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
17 mi into trip
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~22m in
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I 35; US 190 / Purple Heart Trail
Merge onto I 35; US 190 / Purple Heart Trail
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
47.7 mi into trip
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~54m in
Take the exit toward FM 1695, FM 3148: Hewitt Drive, Moonlight Drive
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 325
Toward FM 1695, FM 3148: Hewitt Drive, Moonligh...
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Killeen, TX to Hewitt, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Fm 1695 along the way.
Fm 1695
47.7 mi in
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~54m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Purple Heart Trail | 30.8 mi | 31m |
| Central Texas Expressway | 10.7 mi | 11m |
| East Veterans Memorial Boulevard | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| South Hewitt Drive | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Interstate Highway 35 Service Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Edwards Drive | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West Warren Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Old Temple Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Purple Heart Trail
— 30.8 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Killeen, TX and Hewitt, TX.
1
Start on this road
74 ft
·
10 sec
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this road
2
Turn left
83 ft
·
11 sec
3
Turn left onto US 190 Bus
5.1 mi
·
8 min
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East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
Use the none lane.
4
Turn slight right onto Edwards Drive
0.5 mi
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55 sec
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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 none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 35; US 190
31 mi
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31 min
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Purple Heart Trail
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 325
Toward FM 1695, FM 3148: Hewitt Drive, Moonlight Drive
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on Interstate Highway 35 Service Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Interstate Highway 35 Service Road
10
Turn left onto FM 1695; FM 3148
462 ft
·
7 sec
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Old Temple Road
11
Continue on FM 1695
3.1 mi
·
4 min
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South Hewitt Drive
12
Turn right onto West Warren Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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West Warren Street
13
Turn left onto 1st Street
86 ft
·
2 sec
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1st Street
14
Arrive at destination
1st Street
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 26.1 miles from Killeen, TX, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.8 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 52.2 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.1 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hewitt, 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 52.2 miles and 1h 1m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Purple Heart Trail for about 30.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.1 mi from Killeen, TX · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 52.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.1 miles from Killeen, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hewitt, TX
The final approach into Hewitt, 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 Hewitt, 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
$7.97 one way
$15.95 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $8.74 | $17.48 |
| premium | $4.59 | $9.44 | $18.87 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.60 | $23.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.48 | $2.51 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.57 | $2.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.31 | $3.34 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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
Hewitt, TX
Afternoon in Hewitt on Sunday
Local time
2:41 PM
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
1h 1m 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 Hewitt, TX covers 52.2 miles and takes about 1h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Purple Heart Trail, Central Texas Expressway, East Veterans Memorial Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.1 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 $7.97 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.2 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (US 190 Bus / East Veterans Memorial Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (I 14; US 190 / Central Texas Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Killeen, TX to Hewitt, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Fm 1695 along the way.
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