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Trip from Mount Pleasant, TX to San Antonio, TX

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

4h 44m

Distance

264.2 mi

425 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$40

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

37 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 31m ★
6 AM
4h 45m
8 AM
5h 12m
10 AM
4h 54m
12 PM
4h 51m
3 PM
4h 55m
5 PM
5h 10m
8 PM
4h 37m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in and county seat of Titus County, Texas, United States

Mount Pleasant, TX

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Downtown San Antonio, TX, TX

San Antonio, TX

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Trip Overview

The drive from Mount Pleasant, TX to San Antonio, TX covers 264.2 miles and takes about 4h 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 10, Grassmeyer Street, US 83 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 71.7 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $39.92 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

132.1 miles from Mount Pleasant, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 28m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 44m. Total distance: 264.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Drive Character

This is a 4h 44m highway drive covering 264.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and Grassmeyer Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 71.7 miles on I 10.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 71.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Grassmeyer Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 61.4 miles in near US 83 / South 7th Street.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 264.2 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 61.4 miles (US 83 / South 7th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 149.2 miles (US 83): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 243.4 miles (I 10; US 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

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

6
61.4 mi into trip | ~1h 12m in | US 83 / South 7th Street

Turn left onto US 83 / South 7th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
8
149.2 mi into trip | ~2h 46m in | 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
6
243.4 mi into trip | ~4h 19m in | I 10; US 87

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
262.5 mi into trip | ~4h 41m 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
6
263.1 mi into trip | ~4h 42m in | North Pecos-La Trinidad

Keep slight right at fork onto North Pecos-La Trinidad

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 10 71.7 mi 1h 14m
Grassmeyer Street 41.9 mi 44m
US 83 40 mi 38m
Ellis Street 29.4 mi 31m
US Highway 277 South 23.4 mi 24m
South 7th Street 16.5 mi 18m
FM 2111 12.3 mi 13m
State Highway 153 10.4 mi 11m
Longest stretch: I 10 — 71.7 mi, about 1h 14m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Mount Pleasant, TX and San Antonio, TX.

1

Start on County Road 301

400 ft · 17 sec · County Road 301
2

Continue on FM 1235

8.5 mi · 14 min · FM 1235
3

Turn right onto US 277

23 mi · 24 min · US Highway 277 South
4

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 51 sec
5

Turn left onto TX 153

10 mi · 11 min · State Highway 153
6

Turn right onto FM 2111

12 mi · 13 min · FM 2111
7

Turn left onto TX 158

6.3 mi · 7 min · TX 158
8

At end of road, turn right onto US 67; US 83

387 ft · 18 sec · Hutchings Avenue
9

Turn left onto US 83

17 mi · 18 min · South 7th Street
Use the left lane.
10

Continue on US 83

42 mi · 44 min · Grassmeyer Street
11

Continue on US 83

29 mi · 31 min · Ellis Street
12

Take the exit onto US 83

40 mi · 38 min · US 83
Toward I 10 East: San Antonio Use the left lane.
13

Continue on I 10

54 mi · 54 min · I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87

17 mi · 19 min · I 10; US 87
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87

1.7 mi · 2 min · McDermott Freeway
16

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 569C Toward Santa Rosa Street, Downtown Use the slight right lane.
17

Turn straight onto North Pecos-La Trinidad

0.2 mi · 16 sec · North Pecos-La Trinidad
18

Keep slight right at fork onto North Pecos-La Trinidad

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Pecos-La Trinidad
Use the straight lane.
19

Turn left onto Dolorosa Street

0.5 mi · 55 sec · Dolorosa Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
20

Arrive at destination

Dolorosa Street

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 132.1 miles from Mount Pleasant, TX, or about 2h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.7 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 58 miles or 1h 8m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 132.1 miles or 2h 28m 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 52m

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 Mount Pleasant, 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 Mount Pleasant, TX

This is one driving day of about 264.2 miles and 4h 44m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Mount Pleasant, 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 I 10 for about 71.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 132.1 mi from Mount Pleasant, TX · 2h 28m into the drive

city in and county seat of Kimble County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Junction, TX

132 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

Ballinger, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Junction, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 132.1 miles from Mount Pleasant, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71.7 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Spanish Governor's Palace

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 264.2

San Antonio, Texas

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+12102077527

Visit website

GO RIO San Antonio River Cruises

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 264.2

San Antonio, Texas

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+12102274746

Visit website

San Antonio | The Saga

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0 mi from route mile 264.2

San Antonio, Texas

Hours: 9–9:30 pm

+12102259800

Visit website

Hemisfair

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 264.2

San Antonio, Texas

Hours: 5 am–12 pm

+12107094750

Visit website

San Antonio Fire Museum

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 264.2

San Antonio, Texas

Hours: 10 am–3:30 pm

+12103907236

Visit website

The Amazing Mirror Maze

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 264.2

San Antonio, Texas

Hours: 10:30 am–8 pm

+12102242288

Visit website

Schreiner Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 151

Junction, Texas

+13254463880

Visit website

SEA LIFE San Antonio

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 264.2

San Antonio, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12106101160

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Welcome to San Antonio Missions, a National Park Service site and the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Texas. Each mission in the park is a center of community and has been since the early 1700s. Th...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 264.2
View on nps.gov
Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park

Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park tells the story of our 36th president beginning with his ancestors until his final resting place on his beloved LBJ Ranch. This entire "circle of life" gives...

27 mi from route ~66 min detour Free near mile 218.6
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$39.92 one way

$79.84 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 92 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $43.70 $87.39
premium $4.54 $47.17 $94.34
diesel $5.61 $58.33 $116.66

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$40

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$65–$90

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 92.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

37 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

The RIM - Tesla Supercharger

San Antonio, TX

Tesla

20 DCFC

Leon Springs H-E-B - Tesla Supercharger

San Antonio, TX

Tesla

10 DCFC

Huebner Oaks Shopping Center - Tesla Supercharger

San Antonio, TX

Tesla

10 DCFC

Rowe Chevron - Tesla Supercharger

Junction, TX

Tesla

8 DCFC

Boerne, TX Rechargery Relay - IH-10

Boerne, TX

IONNA

8 DCFC

San Antonio TX

San Antonio, TX

SHELL_RECHARGE

8 DCFC

Junction

Junction, TX

SHELL_RECHARGE

7 DCFC

San Antonio TX- TPG

San Antonio, TX

SHELL_RECHARGE

7 DCFC

ChargePoint Network: 12 eVgo Network: 4 Tesla: 4 SHELL_RECHARGE: 3 Electrify America: 2 FORD_CHARGE: 2 ZEFNET: 2 EV Connect: 1 CHARGELAB: 1 IN_CHARGE: 1 IONNA: 1 RIVIAN_ADVENTURE: 1 CIRCLE_K: 1 CHAEVI: 1 GRAVITI_ENERGY: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 79.3 0 $27.74 $12.68
Efficient EV 66.1 0 $23.12 $10.57
EV Truck/SUV 105.7 1 $36.99 $16.91

Gas CO2

92 kg

EV CO2

31 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Mount Pleasant, TX

Afternoon in Mount Pleasant on Thursday

Local time

4:08 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

San Antonio, TX

Afternoon in San Antonio on Thursday

Local time

4:08 PM

CDT

Current temp

90°F

Partly Sunny

SSE 10 mph 2% chance 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

13 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

4h 44m 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 Mount Pleasant, TX to San Antonio, TX covers 264.2 miles and takes about 4h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Grassmeyer Street, US 83. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 132.1 miles from Mount Pleasant, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $39.92 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 264.2 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 61.4 miles (US 83 / South 7th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 149.2 miles (US 83): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 243.4 miles (I 10; US 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Mount Pleasant, TX to San Antonio, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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