Origin
Lakeway, TX
Evening in Lakeway on Sunday
Local time
6:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lakeway, TX to San Antonio, TX
Drive Time
1h 53m
Distance
90.1 mi
145 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 45m
★
6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 10m
10 AM
1h 59m
12 PM
1h 58m
3 PM
2h 0m
5 PM
2h 9m
8 PM
1h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lakeway, TX
Jeff Stapleton
San Antonio, TX
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Lakeway to San Antonio, expect a straightforward journey covering 92.5 miles. You should budget approximately 1 hour and 47 minutes of drive time, making this a very manageable excursion that fits easily into a single day. Since both cities are located within the Great Plains region of Texas, the transition between them is seamless and familiar. You can anticipate a fuel cost of around $14 for the trip, which is quite economical for a door-to-door drive. Because the duration is under two hours, there is no need to split this into an overnight stay, allowing you the flexibility to complete the trip at your own pace.
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
45.1 miles from Lakeway, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Drive Character
Forget the monotony of long-haul interstates; this route is a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention. You will navigate a series of local roads, starting with Lohmans Crossing Road and Ranch Road 620 South before transitioning onto Highway 71. With a highway share of 0%, you won't be cruising on high-speed freeways, so prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace behind the wheel. The absence of long, uninterrupted stretches means the road keeps you engaged with constant changes in direction. It is a practical drive that favors local connectivity over the efficiency of major thoroughfares.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 36 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 38 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 18 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 90.1 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: at 18 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 82 miles (I 35 / North Pan Am Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 25 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
18 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Keep slight left at fork toward 45 Toll East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward 45 Toll East
7
21.7 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Keep slight right at fork toward FM 1626 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward FM 1626 South
7
82 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
|
I 35 / North Pan Am Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35 / North Pan Am Expressway toward I 35 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 35 South
8
88.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
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I 35 / North Pan Am Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35 / North Pan Am Expressway toward I 35 South: Lower Level, Laredo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 35 South: Lower Level, Laredo
8
88.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
Take the exit toward Lexington Avenue, Main Avenue, San Pedro 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 157A
Toward Lexington Avenue, Main Avenue, San Pedro...
Towns Along This Route
Between Lakeway, TX and San Antonio, TX, road signs point toward Loop 1 South, 45 Toll East and Fm 1626 South.
Loop 1 South
15.8 mi in
|
~25m
45 Toll East
18 mi in
|
~28m
Fm 1626 South
21.7 mi in
|
~32m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Purple Heart Trail | 38 mi | 40m |
| North Pan Am Expressway | 17 mi | 20m |
| North FM 1626 | 8.8 mi | 11m |
| West Highway 71 | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| 45 Southwest Toll Road | 3.4 mi | 3m |
| Ranch Road 620 South | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| West Slaughter Lane | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Lohmans Crossing Road | 1.9 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Purple Heart Trail
— 38 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakeway, TX and San Antonio, TX.
1
Start on this road
112 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Lohmans Crossing Road
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Lohmans Crossing Road
3
Turn right onto RM 620
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Ranch Road 620 South
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto TX 71
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
West Highway 71
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on State Highway 71 West
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 71 West
6
Turn slight right
274 ft
·
10 sec
7
Merge onto West US Highway 290 Frontage Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West US Highway 290 Frontage Road
8
Turn left onto RM 1826
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Ranch Road 1826
9
Turn left onto West Slaughter Lane
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
West Slaughter Lane
Use the left / none lanes.
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward Loop 1 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto Loop 1
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Mopac Expressway
Use the none lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Toward 45 Toll East
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto 45 Toll
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
45 Southwest Toll Road
Toward TX 45 Toll
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork
293 ft
·
7 sec
Toward FM 1626 South
Use the right lane.
15
Turn straight onto FM 1626
8.8 mi
·
11 min
·
North FM 1626
Use the none lane.
16
Turn slight right
172 ft
·
6 sec
Toward I 35 South: San Marcos
Use the right lane.
17
Turn straight onto South Interstate 35
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Interstate 35
18
Continue on I 35 Business
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
North Old Highway 81
Use the none lane.
19
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 35 South
20
Merge onto I 35
26 mi
·
27 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on I 35
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Interstate Highway 35
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on I 35
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
Use the none lane.
23
Continue on I 35
10.0 mi
·
11 min
·
North Pan Am Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
North Pan Am Expressway
Toward I 35 South
Use the none lane.
25
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
·
North Pan Am Expressway
Toward I 35 South: Lower Level, Laredo
Use the slight left lane.
26
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 157A
Toward Lexington Avenue, Main Avenue, San Pedro Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
27
Turn straight onto East Elmira Street
526 ft
·
17 sec
·
East Elmira Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
28
Turn left onto North Main Avenue
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Main Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
29
Enter roundabout onto Navarro Street
159 ft
·
3 sec
·
Navarro Street
30
Continue on Navarro Street
111 ft
·
2 sec
·
Navarro Street
31
Keep slight right at fork onto North Main Avenue
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
North Main Avenue
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
32
Turn right onto West Travis Street
222 ft
·
10 sec
·
West Travis Street
33
Turn left onto North Flores Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
North Flores Street
34
Continue on Military Plaza
392 ft
·
15 sec
·
Military Plaza
35
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
327 ft
·
8 sec
·
Dolorosa Street
36
Arrive at destination
Dolorosa Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of total flexibility in your departure time. However, because the route relies on local roads rather than high-speed highways, traffic patterns on these specific paths can fluctuate, so checking your GPS before you head out is a smart move. You won't need to plan for any formal stops given the 1 hour and 47 minute duration, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is wise despite the modest $14 cost. My biggest tip for this specific drive is to stay alert for the frequent turns along Ranch Road 620 South and Highway 71, as the lack of highway miles means you will be navigating intersections more often than on a typical interstate route.
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 45.1 miles from Lakeway, TX, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38 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 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.1 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near San Antonio, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lakeway, 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 Lakeway, TX
This is one driving day of about 90.1 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lakeway, 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 38 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.1 mi from Lakeway, TX · 1h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.1 miles from Lakeway, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in San Antonio, TX
The final approach into San Antonio, 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 San Antonio, 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
$13.76 one way
$27.53 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $15.08 | $30.17 |
| premium | $4.59 | $16.29 | $32.57 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.02 | $40.03 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.24
45 Southwest Toll Road
(3.4 mi)
$0.24
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
$14
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27 | 0 | $9.46 | $4.32 |
| Efficient EV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.88 | $3.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36 | 0 | $12.61 | $5.77 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
San Antonio, TX
Evening in San Antonio on Sunday
Local time
6:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°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
16 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 53m 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 Lakeway, TX to San Antonio, TX covers 90.1 miles and takes about 1h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Purple Heart Trail, North Pan Am Expressway, North FM 1626. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.1 miles from Lakeway, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.76 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 is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 90.1 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 18 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 82 miles (I 35 / North Pan Am Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Lakeway, TX and San Antonio, TX, road signs point toward Loop 1 South, 45 Toll East and Fm 1626 South.
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