Trip from Killeen, TX to Nederland, TX

Drive Time

5h 27m

Distance

278.7 mi

448 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$43

one way

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Killeen, TX

Jeff Stapleton

Nederland, TX

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Trip Overview

The drive from Killeen, TX to Nederland, TX covers 278.7 miles and takes about 5h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Grand Parkway, US Highway 90, North Earl Rudder Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 43.9 miles on Grand Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $42.57 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

139.3 miles from Killeen, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 44m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 5h 27m highway drive covering 278.7 miles, with most of the trip on Grand Parkway and US Highway 90. The longest continuous stretch is about 43.9 miles on Grand Parkway.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 42 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Grand Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 43.9 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

825 ft 16 ft

Total Climb

170 ft

Total Descent

974 ft

Highest Point

825 ft

~11.6 mi in

Elevation Range

809 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Grand Parkway and US Highway 90. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 278.7 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 6.2 miles (I 14; US 190 / Central Texas Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 24 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

6.2 mi into trip | ~11m in | 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 straight / slight right lanes.

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...

169.7 mi into trip | ~3h 18m in

Take the exit toward TX 99 Toll: Grand Parkway, Boudreaux Road

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 99 Toll: Grand Parkway, Boudreaux Roa...

273 mi into trip | ~5h 18m in | TX 347

Keep slight left at fork onto TX 347

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.

Towns Along This Route

Between Killeen, TX and Nederland, TX, road signs point toward Fm 2305, Spur 515: Conroe, Toll 99, Fm 1960: Dayton and Humble.

Fm 2305

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

Spur 515: Conroe

130.5 mi in | ~2h 34m

Toll 99

170.6 mi in | ~3h 20m

Fm 1960: Dayton

215 mi in | ~4h 8m

Humble

215 mi in | ~4h 8m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Grand Parkway	43.9 mi	46m
US Highway 90	38.1 mi	45m
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
West Adams Avenue	12 mi	14m

Longest stretch: Grand Parkway — 43.9 mi, about 46m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on this road

74 ft · 10 sec · this road

Turn left

83 ft · 11 sec

Turn left onto US 190 Bus

5.1 mi · 8 min · East Veterans Memorial Boulevard

Turn slight right onto Edwards Drive

0.5 mi · 55 sec · Edwards Drive

Take the ramp

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 14 East, US 190 East

Merge onto I 14; US 190

11 mi · 11 min · Central Texas Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 35; US 190

6.8 mi · 7 min · Purple Heart Trail

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Exit 301 Toward TX 53, FM 2305: Central Avenue, Adams Avenue Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto South General Bruce Drive

0.2 mi · 17 sec · South General Bruce Drive

Toward TX 53, FM 2305

Turn slight right

222 ft · 8 sec

Turn slight right onto TX 53

1.0 mi · 1 min · West Central Avenue

Turn left onto TX 53; Spur 290

216 ft · 3 sec · North 3rd Street

Turn right onto TX 53

12 mi · 14 min · West Adams Avenue

Turn right onto FM 485

20 mi · 25 min · FM 485

Turn left onto FM 979

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

Continue on FM 979

0.7 mi · 1 min · Browning Street

Turn right onto TX 6

1.3 mi · 2 min · South Main Street

Continue on TX 6

6.2 mi · 6 min · North State Highway 6

Continue on US 79; TX 6

2.1 mi · 2 min · North Market Street

Continue on US 190; TX 6

14 mi · 14 min · South State Highway 6

Continue on US 190; TX 6

30 mi · 31 min · North Earl Rudder Freeway

Continue on TX 6

3.4 mi · 3 min · State Highway 6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Toward East TX 105, Spur 515: Conroe

Turn straight onto TX 105

0.2 mi · 24 sec · State Highway 6

Turn left onto TX 105

5.9 mi · 6 min · State Highway 105

Turn straight onto TX 249

25 mi · 27 min · Aggie Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on TX 249 Toll

3.6 mi · 4 min · MCTRA 249 Tollway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on TBT

4.7 mi · 5 min · Tomball Tollway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec

Toward TX 99 Toll: Grand Parkway, Boudreaux Road Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto TX 249

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Tomball Parkway

Turn left onto North Grand Parkway West

0.4 mi · 43 sec · North Grand Parkway West

Continue on this road

0.5 mi · 1 min · this road

Toward Toll 99

Merge onto TX 99 Toll

44 mi · 46 min · Grand Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min

Toward FM 1960: Dayton, Humble

Turn left onto FM 1960

5.1 mi · 6 min · FM 1960

Turn right onto TX 321

0.2 mi · 25 sec · North Cleveland Street

Turn left onto US 90; TX 146

10 mi · 11 min · United States Highway 90 West

Continue on US 90

38 mi · 45 min · US Highway 90

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Spur 380

4.2 mi · 5 min · South Martin Luther King Junior Parkway

Keep slight left at fork onto TX 347

5.4 mi · 8 min · TX 347

Use the straight / left lanes.

Turn right onto Boston Avenue

0.2 mi · 33 sec · Boston Avenue

Arrive at destination

Boston Avenue

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 139.3 miles from Killeen, TX, or about 2h 44m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.9 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 80 miles or 1h 40m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 139.3 miles or 2h 44m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 25m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nederland, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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 278.7 miles and 5h 27m.

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.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Grand Parkway for about 43.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 139.3 mi from Killeen, TX · 2h 44m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Houston, TX

139 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.

Popular next leg

Houston, TX to Nederland, TX

92.5 mi · 1h 49m

Pacing Suggestions

Austin, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Houston, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 139.3 miles from Killeen, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Nederland, TX

The final approach into Nederland, 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 Nederland, 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

$42.57 one way

$85.15 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 98 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$46.65	$93.31
premium	$4.59	$50.37	$100.75
diesel	$5.64	$61.92	$123.83

Estimated Tolls: $0.58

Tomball Tollway (4.7 mi) $0.33

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

$43

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$68–$93

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 97.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	83.6	1	$29.26	$13.38
Efficient EV	69.7	0	$24.39	$11.15
EV Truck/SUV	111.5	1	$39.02	$17.84

Gas CO2

98 kg

EV CO2

33 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.

Forecast data refreshed 13 hours ago

Origin

Killeen, TX

Afternoon in Killeen on Sunday

Local time

2:41 PM

CDT

Current temp

67°F

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SE 10 to 15 mph 47% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 12 at 12:53AM CDT until April 12 at 4:00AM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX

Destination

Nederland, TX

Afternoon in Nederland on Sunday

Local time

2:41 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

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

5h 27m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Killeen, TX to Nederland, TX covers 278.7 miles and takes about 5h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Grand Parkway, US Highway 90, North Earl Rudder Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 139.3 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 $42.57 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Between Killeen, TX and Nederland, TX, road signs point toward Fm 2305, Spur 515: Conroe, Toll 99, Fm 1960: Dayton and Humble.

Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 16 ft to 825 ft elevation with about 170 ft of total climbing.

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Trip from Killeen, TX to Nederland, TX

Trip Overview

Drive Character

Elevation Profile

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Nederland, TX

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Killeen, TX

Nederland, TX

Same local time

1 degrees warmer at arrival

5h 27m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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