Origin
San Antonio, TX
Afternoon in San Antonio on Sunday
Local time
4:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from San Antonio, TX to Brady, TX
Drive Time
2h 41m
Distance
140.4 mi
226 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 31m
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6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 3m
10 AM
2h 49m
12 PM
2h 47m
3 PM
2h 50m
5 PM
3h 2m
8 PM
2h 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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Brady, TX
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Trip Overview
Driving from San Antonio to Brady covers 140.4 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 41 minutes. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate sprint, you should plan for a full day of travel to stay comfortable behind the wheel. Budgeting approximately $21 for fuel will get you through the heart of the Great Plains region. While the journey is short enough to be completed in a single day, the local nature of the roads means you should prioritize flexibility over speed. It is a straightforward trip that avoids major highway congestion, allowing you to focus on the road ahead as you transition between these two Texas locales.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
70.2 miles from San Antonio, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a technical, turn-heavy experience as you navigate away from San Antonio using West Market Street, Navarro Street, and San Pedro Avenue. Unlike a standard interstate cruise, this route features a 0% highway share, meaning you will spend the entire 140.4 miles on local roads. With no long, uninterrupted stretches—even on West Market Street—the drive requires your full attention and constant engagement with the pavement. The character of the road remains consistent throughout, favoring slower, deliberate turns over high-speed cruising. You will feel the rhythm of the local landscape as you transition away from the urban environment and into the flatter, open expanses of the Great Plains.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North US Highway 87 is the longest continuous segment at about 53 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on North US Highway 87 and I 10. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near West Cypress Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 140.4 miles you will encounter 13 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 1.6 miles (West Cypress Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.2 miles (I 10; US 87 / McDermott Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.6 mi into trip
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~3m in
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West Cypress Street
Turn left onto West Cypress Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
3.1 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 10 West, US 87 North
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 10 West, US 87 North
5
3.2 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 10; US 87 / McDermott Freeway
Merge onto I 10; US 87 / McDermott Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
16.1 mi into trip
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~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 lanes.
6
47.8 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward US 87 North: Fredericksburg, San Angelo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 523
Toward US 87 North: Fredericksburg, San Angelo
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from San Antonio, TX to Brady, TX, road signs begin pointing toward San Angelo along the way.
San Angelo
47.8 mi in
|
~53m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North US Highway 87 | 53 mi | 59m |
| I 10 | 31.7 mi | 32m |
| US Highway 87 | 20.1 mi | 22m |
| United States Highway 87 | 14.6 mi | 16m |
| McDermott Freeway | 12.8 mi | 14m |
| East Main Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| East Fredericksburg Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| South Washington Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
North US Highway 87
— 53 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between San Antonio, TX and Brady, TX.
1
Start on Dolorosa Street
143 ft
·
4 sec
·
Dolorosa Street
2
Continue on West Market Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
West Market Street
3
Turn left onto Navarro Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Navarro Street
4
Enter roundabout onto San Pedro Avenue
85 ft
·
1 sec
·
San Pedro Avenue
5
Continue on San Pedro Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
San Pedro Avenue
6
Turn left onto West Cypress Street
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
West Cypress Street
Use the left lane.
7
Turn straight onto East Fredericksburg Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Fredericksburg Road
8
Turn right onto Interstate 10 West
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Interstate 10 West
9
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Toward I 10 West, US 87 North
10
Merge onto I 10; US 87
13 mi
·
14 min
·
McDermott Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
32 mi
·
32 min
·
I 10; US 87
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 523
Toward US 87 North: Fredericksburg, San Angelo
13
Turn right onto US 87
20 mi
·
22 min
·
US Highway 87
14
Continue on US 87
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Washington Street
15
Turn left onto US 87; US 290
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
16
Take the exit onto US 87
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
North US Highway 87
17
Merge onto US 87
40 mi
·
44 min
·
North US Highway 87
18
Continue on US 87
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
San Antonio Street
19
Turn left onto US 87; TX 29
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Fort McKavitt Street
20
Continue on US 87; TX 29
13 mi
·
15 min
·
North US Highway 87
21
Continue on US 87; US 377
15 mi
·
16 min
·
United States Highway 87; United States Highway 377
22
At end of road, turn left onto US 87; US 190; US 377
131 ft
·
1 sec
·
Commerce Street
23
Turn right onto US 190; US 377
218 ft
·
5 sec
·
Church Street
24
Turn right onto US 190; US 377
276 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
25
Arrive at destination
US 190; US 377
Trip Plan
Since this route relies entirely on local roads, departure timing is key to avoiding peak traffic congestion near your starting point. Plan for at least one dedicated stop during the 2-hour and 41-minute journey to stretch your legs and break up the repetitive nature of the turns. Keep your fuel budget of $21 in mind as you plan your stops, ensuring you fill up before heading into the more rural segments of the trip. Because there are no high-speed highway stretches to make up for lost time, maintain a steady, patient pace. A practical tip for this specific drive is to keep a close eye on your navigation system, as the reliance on local streets like Navarro and San Pedro means you will be making frequent turns rather than following a single highway sign.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 70.2 miles from San Antonio, TX, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.2 miles or 1h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brady, 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 140.4 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 North US Highway 87 for about 53 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 70.2 mi from San Antonio, TX · 1h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 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 70.2 miles from San Antonio, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brady, TX
The final approach into Brady, 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 Brady, 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
$21.45 one way
$42.89 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $23.50 | $47.01 |
| premium | $4.59 | $25.38 | $50.75 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $31.19 | $62.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.1 | 0 | $14.74 | $6.74 |
| Efficient EV | 35.1 | 0 | $12.29 | $5.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56.2 | 0 | $19.66 | $8.99 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (67% 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
Brady, TX
Afternoon in Brady on Sunday
Local time
4:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°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
25 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
2h 41m 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 San Antonio, TX to Brady, TX covers 140.4 miles and takes about 2h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North US Highway 87, I 10, US Highway 87. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 70.2 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 $21.45 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 140.4 miles you will encounter 13 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 1.6 miles (West Cypress Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.2 miles (I 10; US 87 / McDermott Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from San Antonio, TX to Brady, TX, road signs begin pointing toward San Angelo along the way.
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