Origin
Littlefield, TX
Afternoon in Littlefield on Sunday
Local time
4:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Littlefield, TX to San Antonio, TX
Drive Time
7h 24m
Distance
421.1 mi
678 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$64
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 14m
★
6 AM
7h 24m
8 AM
7h 45m
10 AM
7h 32m
12 PM
7h 30m
3 PM
7h 33m
5 PM
7h 44m
8 PM
7h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Littlefield, TX
Jeff Stapleton
San Antonio, TX
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Trip Overview
Spanning 426.8 miles across the Great Plains, your journey from Littlefield to San Antonio is a significant undertaking that typically takes about 6 hours and 42 minutes behind the wheel. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight interstate shot, you should plan on dedicating a full day to the trip. Budget approximately $64 for fuel to cover the distance safely. While the route remains within the Great Plains region for the duration, the transition from the high plains to the south requires focus and patience. It is best tackled as a single-day push if you are comfortable with local road navigation, though the intensity of the turns means you should be prepared for active driving.
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
210.6 miles from Littlefield, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a very different experience from the typical high-speed interstate cruise, as this route relies entirely on local roads like Delano Avenue, Avenue Q, and Slaton Road. With a highway share of 0%, you won’t be dealing with the monotony of long, straight stretches; instead, you will encounter a turn-heavy environment that demands your constant attention. The longest stretch without a turn is 0 miles on Delano Avenue, highlighting the technical nature of the path. Navigating these local arteries means the road's personality is defined by frequent adjustments and a slower, more deliberate pace. You will find that the constant changes in direction keep the drive engaging, even if it adds to the overall mental effort required to reach San Antonio.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 84 is the longest continuous segment at about 73.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 84 and I 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 152.3 miles in near US 84.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 421.1 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 152.3 miles (US 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 158.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 218.4 miles (US 83 / South 7th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
152.3 mi into trip
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~2h 39m in
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US 84
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84 toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
6
158.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 46m in
Take the exit toward SH 70 South, SH 70 Business: Sweetwater, San Angelo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 244
Toward SH 70 South, SH 70 Business: Sweetwater,...
6
218.4 mi into trip
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~3h 52m in
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US 83 / South 7th Street
Turn left onto US 83 / South 7th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
306.1 mi into trip
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~5h 26m in
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US 83
Take the exit onto US 83 toward I 10 East: San Antonio
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 10 East: San Antonio
8
419.5 mi into trip
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~7h 21m in
Take the exit toward Santa Rosa Street, Downtown
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 569C
Toward Santa Rosa Street, Downtown
Towns Along This Route
Between Littlefield, TX and San Antonio, TX, road signs point toward Sh 70 South, Sh 70 Business: Sweetwater and San Angelo.
Sh 70 South
158.8 mi in
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~2h 46m
Sh 70 Business: Sweetwater
158.8 mi in
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~2h 46m
San Angelo
158.8 mi in
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~2h 46m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 84 | 73.9 mi | 1h 14m |
| I 10 | 71.7 mi | 1h 14m |
| Grassmeyer Street | 41.9 mi | 44m |
| US 84 | 40 mi | 42m |
| US 83 | 40 mi | 38m |
| State Highway 153 | 29.5 mi | 33m |
| Ellis Street | 29.4 mi | 31m |
| East Highway 84 | 26.9 mi | 26m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 84
— 73.9 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Littlefield, TX and San Antonio, TX.
1
Start on FM 54
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
East Waylon Jennings Boulevard
2
Turn slight right onto Loop 430
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Delano Avenue
Use the right lane.
3
Turn left onto US 84
34 mi
·
35 min
·
US 84
4
Merge onto US 84
4.0 mi
·
4 min
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Avenue Q
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 84
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Slaton Road
6
Continue on US 84
6.9 mi
·
6 min
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East Highway 84
7
Continue on US 84
4.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
8
Continue on US 84
20 mi
·
20 min
·
East Highway 84
9
Continue on US 84
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North US Highway 84
10
Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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East 15th Street
11
Turn right onto TX 207
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Ralls Road
12
Turn straight onto TX 207
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Avenue F
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 84
74 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
US Highway 84
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
6.5 mi
·
6 min
·
US 84
Toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
15
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 244
Toward SH 70 South, SH 70 Business: Sweetwater, San Angelo
16
Turn slight left onto Southwest Georgia Avenue
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Southwest Georgia Avenue
17
Turn right onto TX 70
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lamar Street
18
Continue on TX 70
10 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 70
19
Turn left onto TX 153
29 mi
·
33 min
·
State Highway 153
20
Turn right onto FM 2111
12 mi
·
13 min
·
FM 2111
21
Turn left onto TX 158
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
TX 158
22
At end of road, turn right onto US 67; US 83
387 ft
·
18 sec
·
Hutchings Avenue
23
Turn left onto US 83
17 mi
·
18 min
·
South 7th Street
Use the left lane.
24
Continue on US 83
42 mi
·
44 min
·
Grassmeyer Street
25
Continue on US 83
29 mi
·
31 min
·
Ellis Street
26
Take the exit onto US 83
40 mi
·
38 min
·
US 83
Toward I 10 East: San Antonio
Use the left lane.
27
Continue on I 10
54 mi
·
54 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
17 mi
·
19 min
·
I 10; US 87
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
McDermott Freeway
30
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 569C
Toward Santa Rosa Street, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
31
Turn straight onto North Pecos-La Trinidad
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
North Pecos-La Trinidad
32
Keep slight right at fork onto North Pecos-La Trinidad
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Pecos-La Trinidad
Use the straight lane.
33
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Dolorosa Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
34
Arrive at destination
Dolorosa Street
Trip Plan
For a drive of this length and complexity, getting an early start is essential to ensure you reach your destination before fatigue sets in. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs, as the continuous turns on local roads can be more taxing on your body than standard highway cruising. Since you are navigating local streets, keep your GPS handy and ensure your fuel tank is topped off at the start to avoid unexpected stops in remote sections. Given the $64 fuel cost, check your vehicle’s range early in the trip to budget your refueling stops effectively. Because this route lacks major highway stretches, remain alert to local traffic patterns and speed limit changes as you transition between the various segments of your journey.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 210.6 miles from Littlefield, TX, or about 3h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.9 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 93 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 210.6 miles or 3h 43m 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 19m
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 Littlefield, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Littlefield, TX
This is one driving day of about 421.1 miles and 7h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 93 miles from Littlefield, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 84 for about 73.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 210.6 mi from Littlefield, TX · 3h 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
211 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 93 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 210.6 miles from Littlefield, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 84 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.9 miles.
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
$64.33 one way
$128.65 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
147 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $70.49 | $140.99 |
| premium | $4.59 | $76.11 | $152.23 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $93.55 | $187.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$64
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$89–$114
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 147.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $44 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 126.3 | 1 | $44.22 | $20.21 |
| Efficient EV | 105.3 | 1 | $36.85 | $16.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 168.4 | 2 | $58.95 | $26.95 |
Gas CO2
147 kg
EV CO2
49 kg (67% 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.
Destination
San Antonio, TX
Afternoon in San Antonio on Sunday
Local time
4:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
55°F
Sweetwater, TX
211 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
34 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
7h 24m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Littlefield, TX to San Antonio, TX covers 421.1 miles and takes about 7h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 84, I 10, Grassmeyer Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 210.6 miles from Littlefield, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $64.33 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 421.1 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 152.3 miles (US 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 158.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 218.4 miles (US 83 / South 7th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Between Littlefield, TX and San Antonio, TX, road signs point toward Sh 70 South, Sh 70 Business: Sweetwater and San Angelo.
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