Trip from San Antonio, TX to Anton, TX

Drive Time

7h 12m

Distance

409.7 mi

659 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$63

one way

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a trek from San Antonio to Anton, prepare for a 409.7-mile journey through the heart of the Texas Great Plains. You should budget approximately 7 hours and 12 minutes of pure drive time, making this a long but manageable trip to complete in one day. With an estimated fuel cost of $61, it is a straightforward drive that does not require an overnight split unless you prefer a slower pace. You will navigate through local streets like West Market, Navarro, and San Pedro to get underway. Since both your start and end points are firmly within the Great Plains, expect a consistent regional atmosphere throughout the trip.

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

204.9 miles from San Antonio, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 35m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise on this route. Because this path relies on local roads, your highway share is currently 0%, meaning you will spend your time navigating through local infrastructure rather than high-speed lanes. The constant adjustments required by the turn-heavy profile keep the drive engaging, though it demands more focus than a typical highway haul. While you won't encounter long, uninterrupted stretches of open road, the route offers a consistent, hands-on experience behind the wheel. Prepare for a steady, deliberate pace as you transition between the various local segments connecting San Antonio to Anton.

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

There are about 45 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 98.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and US 84. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Navarro Street.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 30 significant decision points across 409.7 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: at 0.2 miles (Navarro Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.1 miles (I 10; US 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 114.7 miles (US 83): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 30 key points

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

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Navarro Street

Turn left onto Navarro Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

16.1 mi into trip | ~20m 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 left / none lanes.

114.7 mi into trip | ~1h 58m in | US 83

Take the exit onto US 83 toward US 83 North, US 377: Junction, Menard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 456 Toward US 83 North, US 377: Junction, Menard

202.8 mi into trip | ~3h 32m in | US 67; US 83 / Hutchings Avenue

Turn right onto US 67; US 83 / Hutchings Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

202.8 mi into trip | ~3h 32m in | TX 158 / North Broadway Street

Turn left onto TX 158 / North Broadway Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Towns Along This Route

Between San Antonio, TX and Anton, TX, road signs point toward Menard and Lubbock.

Menard

114.7 mi in | ~1h 58m | via US 83

Lubbock

268.3 mi in | ~4h 44m | via US 84

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 10	98.7 mi	1h 37m
US 84	74.5 mi	1h 14m
Frisco Avenue	41.9 mi	44m
Highway 84	31.4 mi	31m
State Highway 153	29.5 mi	33m
North Main Street	29.3 mi	30m
Roberts Avenue	16.5 mi	18m
McDermott Freeway	12.8 mi	14m

Longest stretch: I 10 — 98.7 mi, about 1h 37m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Dolorosa Street

143 ft · 4 sec · Dolorosa Street

Continue on West Market Street

0.2 mi · 28 sec · West Market Street

Turn left onto Navarro Street

0.8 mi · 1 min · Navarro Street

Use the none lane.

Enter roundabout onto San Pedro Avenue

85 ft · 1 sec · San Pedro Avenue

Continue on San Pedro Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · San Pedro Avenue

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto West Cypress Street

0.1 mi · 10 sec · West Cypress Street

Use the left lane.

Turn straight onto East Fredericksburg Road

1.2 mi · 2 min · East Fredericksburg Road

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto Interstate 10 West

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Interstate 10 West

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 13 sec

Toward I 10 West, US 87 North

Merge onto I 10; US 87

13 mi · 14 min · McDermott Freeway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87

99 mi · 1 hr 37 min · I 10; US 87

Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.

Take the exit onto US 83

0.3 mi · 44 sec · US 83

Exit 456 Toward US 83 North, US 377: Junction, Menard

Turn right onto US 83; US 377

29 mi · 30 min · North Main Street

Use the right lane.

Continue on US 83

42 mi · 44 min · Frisco Avenue

Continue on US 83

17 mi · 18 min · Roberts Avenue

Turn right onto US 67; US 83

387 ft · 18 sec · Hutchings Avenue

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto TX 158

6.3 mi · 7 min · North Broadway Street

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto FM 2111

12 mi · 13 min · FM 2111

Turn left onto TX 153

29 mi · 33 min · State Highway 153

Keep slight right at fork onto TX 153

19 ft · 0 sec · State Highway 153

Turn right onto TX 70

10 mi · 10 min · State Highway 70

Continue on TX 70

0.8 mi · 1 min · Lamar Street

Turn left onto Northwest Georgia Avenue

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Northwest Georgia Avenue

Take the ramp

340 ft · 8 sec

Toward I 20 West: Midland

Merge onto I 20; US 84

6.0 mi · 5 min · I 20; US 84

Take the exit onto US 84

0.3 mi · 19 sec · US 84

Exit 238A Toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock

Keep slight left at fork onto US 84

74 mi · 1 hr 14 min · US 84

Turn right onto Loop 46

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Avenue F

Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207

0.1 mi · 10 sec · North Avenue F

Turn straight onto TX 207

0.4 mi · 38 sec · Ralls Road

Turn left onto Spur 575

0.1 mi · 17 sec · East 15th Street

Turn right onto US 84

1.0 mi · 1 min · North US Highway 84

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 84

20 mi · 19 min · Highway 84

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 84

4.6 mi · 4 min · Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway

Continue on US 84

6.8 mi · 6 min · East Highway 84

Continue on US 84

4.9 mi · 6 min · Slaton Road

Continue on US 84

4.0 mi · 5 min · Avenue Q South Drive

Use the left / none lanes.

Turn left onto US 84

6.0 mi · 7 min · Clovis Road

Continue on US 84

11 mi · 11 min · Highway 84

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 84

6.0 mi · 6 min · US Highway 84

Use the none lane.

Turn sharp right onto FM 597

0.2 mi · 26 sec · FM 597

Turn left onto Lawrence Avenue

0.2 mi · 37 sec · Lawrence Avenue

Turn right onto West 4th Street

227 ft · 8 sec · West 4th Street

Enter roundabout onto Main Street

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Main Street

Arrive at destination

Main Street

Trip Plan

To tackle this 409.7-mile drive efficiently, aim for an early morning departure to avoid traffic congestion on your initial local roads. Planning for at least two stops will help you manage the 7-hour and 12-minute duration without fatigue setting in. Since your fuel budget is roughly $61, check your tank before leaving, as local roads may not offer the same frequency of service stations found on major interstates. Because this is a turn-heavy route, rely on a reliable GPS system to navigate the specific transitions between West Market Street, Navarro Street, and San Pedro Avenue. Staying alert for these frequent directional changes is the most effective way to keep your trip on schedule.

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 204.9 miles from San Antonio, TX, or about 3h 35m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.7 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 90 miles or 1h 33m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 204.9 miles or 3h 35m 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 8m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving San Antonio, 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.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from San Antonio, TX

This is one driving day of about 409.7 miles and 7h 12m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 90 miles from San Antonio, 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 I 10 for about 98.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 204.9 mi from San Antonio, TX · 3h 35m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Sweetwater, TX

205 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

Kerrville, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 90 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Live Oak, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 204.9 miles from San Antonio, 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 98.7 miles.

Arriving in Anton, TX

The final approach into Anton, 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 Anton, 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

$62.58 one way

$125.17 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 143 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$68.58	$137.17
premium	$4.59	$74.05	$148.10
diesel	$5.64	$91.02	$182.04

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$63

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$88–$113

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 143.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $43 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	122.9	1	$43.02	$19.67
Efficient EV	102.4	1	$35.85	$16.39
EV Truck/SUV	163.9	2	$57.36	$26.22

Gas CO2

143 kg

EV CO2

48 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 3 days ago

Origin

San Antonio, TX

Afternoon in San Antonio on Sunday

Local time

2:16 PM

CDT

Current temp

81°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Anton, TX

Afternoon in Anton on Sunday

Local time

2:16 PM

CDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

55°F

Sweetwater, TX

205 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

33 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

7h 12m 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 San Antonio, TX to Anton, TX covers 409.7 miles and takes about 7h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 10, US 84, Frisco Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 204.9 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 $62.58 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.