Origin
San Antonio, TX
Late night in San Antonio on Saturday
Local time
12:51 AM
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Current temp
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Trip from San Antonio, TX to Oak Trail Shores, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 42m
Distance
238.3 mi
383 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 29m
★
6 AM
4h 43m
8 AM
5h 10m
10 AM
4h 52m
12 PM
4h 49m
3 PM
4h 53m
5 PM
5h 8m
8 PM
4h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
San Antonio, TX
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Oak Trail Shores, TX
Hector Portillo
Trip Overview
The drive from San Antonio, TX to Oak Trail Shores, TX covers 238.3 miles and takes about 4h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 281, North US Highway 281, North US Highway 377 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 100.6 miles on US 281. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.01 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
119.1 miles from San Antonio, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 22m into the drive .
About the Cities
Starting in San Antonio, TX
Full guide →San Antonio is the second largest city in the state of Texas and the 7th largest in the United States. It's the 24th largest metropolitan area in the country. Visited by more than 31 million annual visitors, San Antonio is a beautiful city at the axis of three different geological terrains: Hill Country, South Texas Plains and Prairie and Lakes. There's a lot to do in this city: fine art museums, historical missions and plenty of amusement parks in addition to great dining and lots of drinking. The culture and people are vibrant and interesting. San Antonio's downtown is one of the most lively in the nation.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 42m. Total distance: 238.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 42m highway drive covering 238.3 miles, with most of the trip on US 281 and North US Highway 281. The longest continuous stretch is about 100.6 miles on US 281.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 281 is the longest continuous segment at about 100.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 281 and North US Highway 281. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 238.3 miles you will encounter 15 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: at 0.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.1 miles (US 281 / McAllister Freeway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
0.9 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward US 281 North, I 37 North
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 281 North, I 37 North
4
2.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 281 / McAllister Freeway
Continue onto US 281 / McAllister Freeway toward US 281 North: International Airport, Johnson City
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 281 North: International Airport, Joh...
6
17 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
US 281 HOV Lane
Keep slight left at fork onto US 281 HOV Lane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
4
120.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 23m in
|
US 183; US 190; US 281 / South Key Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto US 183; US 190; US 281 / South Key Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 281 | 100.6 mi | 1h 59m |
| North US Highway 281 | 80 mi | 1h 30m |
| North US Highway 377 | 26.4 mi | 30m |
| McAllister Freeway | 14.9 mi | 17m |
| US 281 HOV Lane | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Loop 567 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| South Rice Street | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| South Key Avenue | 1.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 281
— 100.6 mi, about 1h 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between San Antonio, TX and Oak Trail Shores, TX.
1
Start on Dolorosa Street
143 ft
·
4 sec
·
Dolorosa Street
2
Continue on West Market Street
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Market Street
3
Continue on East Market Street
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
East Market Street
4
Turn left
363 ft
·
13 sec
Use the left lane.
5
Turn straight onto East Commerce Street
216 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Commerce Street
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward US 281 North, I 37 North
7
Merge onto I 37; US 281
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
William J Bordelon Freeway
8
Continue on US 281
15 mi
·
17 min
·
McAllister Freeway
Toward US 281 North: International Airport, Johnson City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 281 HOV Lane
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
US 281 HOV Lane
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Merge onto US 281
101 mi
·
1 hr 59 min
·
US 281
11
At end of road, turn left onto US 183; US 190; US 281
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
South Key Avenue
12
Continue on US 183; US 190; US 281
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
North US Highway 281
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 281
43 mi
·
49 min
·
North US Highway 281
14
Continue on US 281
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Rice Street
15
Continue on US 281
19 mi
·
20 min
·
North US Highway 281
16
Continue on US 281
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
South Walnut Street
17
At end of road, turn left onto US 281; TX 6
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
North 2nd Street
18
Continue on US 281; TX 6
18 mi
·
20 min
·
North US Highway 281
19
Continue on US 281
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
East Road
20
Turn right onto US 377
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East South Loop
21
Continue on US 377
26 mi
·
30 min
·
North US Highway 377
22
Turn left onto Loop 567
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Loop 567
23
Turn left onto FM 4
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lipan Highway
24
Turn right onto Oak Trail Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Oak Trail Drive
25
Turn left onto South Oak Trail
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Oak Trail
26
Turn left onto Green Oak Drive
311 ft
·
13 sec
·
Green Oak Drive
27
Turn right onto Blackjack Lane
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Blackjack Lane
28
Arrive at destination
Blackjack Lane
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 119.1 miles from San Antonio, TX, or about 2h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100.6 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 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 119.1 miles or 2h 22m 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 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oak Trail Shores, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving San Antonio, 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 San Antonio, TX
This is one driving day of about 238.3 miles and 4h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from San Antonio, 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 US 281 for about 100.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 119.1 mi from San Antonio, TX · 2h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
119 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 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 119.1 miles from San Antonio, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 281 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 100.6 miles.
Arriving in Oak Trail Shores, TX
The final approach into Oak Trail Shores, 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 Oak Trail Shores, TX.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.01 one way
$72.02 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
83 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $39.41 | $78.83 |
| premium | $4.54 | $42.55 | $85.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $52.61 | $105.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 83.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 71.5 | 0 | $25.02 | $11.44 |
| Efficient EV | 59.6 | 0 | $20.85 | $9.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 95.3 | 1 | $33.36 | $15.25 |
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 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.
Destination
Oak Trail Shores, TX
Late night in Oak Trail Shores on Saturday
Local time
12:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
19 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 42m 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 San Antonio, TX to Oak Trail Shores, TX covers 238.3 miles and takes about 4h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 281, North US Highway 281, North US Highway 377. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 119.1 miles from San Antonio, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.01 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 238.3 miles you will encounter 15 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: at 0.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.1 miles (US 281 / McAllister Freeway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from San Antonio, TX to Oak Trail Shores, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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