Origin
San Antonio, TX
Afternoon in San Antonio on Sunday
Local time
4:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from San Antonio, TX to Hollywood Park, TX
Drive Time
22m
Distance
15.4 mi
25 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 22m
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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Hollywood Park, TX
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from San Antonio to Hollywood Park, you are looking at a quick 15.4-mile commute. This trip typically takes about 22 minutes to complete, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Since both locations are situated within the Great Plains region of Texas, you will experience a consistent environment throughout the journey. Budgeting is straightforward, as you should only need about $2 for fuel to make the trip. Because the drive is so short, there is no need to worry about overnight lodging or splitting your travel time. It is a simple, efficient route that gets you where you need to be without any unnecessary logistical hurdles.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
7.7 miles from San Antonio, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience on this route. With a highway share of 0%, you will be navigating surface streets and local roads for the entirety of the 15.4-mile distance. There are no long, uninterrupted stretches of highway here, so stay alert for frequent turns and intersection changes. The personality of this drive is practical and functional, focusing on urban connectivity rather than scenic cruising. You will feel the rhythm of city transit as you transition between these two points, requiring your full attention behind the wheel to navigate the local layout effectively.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
McAllister Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 11.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on McAllister Freeway and William J Bordelon Freeway. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 15.4 miles you will encounter 8 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 8 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
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~3m in
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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...
7
14 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward Donella Drive, Henderson Pass
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Donella Drive, Henderson Pass
4
14.3 mi into trip
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~18m in
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Donella Drive
Turn left onto Donella Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Towns Along This Route
Between San Antonio, TX and Hollywood Park, TX, road signs point toward Johnson City and Henderson Pass.
Johnson City
2.1 mi in
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~3m
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via US 281
Henderson Pass
14 mi in
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~17m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| McAllister Freeway | 11.9 mi | 14m |
| William J Bordelon Freeway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Donella Drive | 0.6 mi | 2m |
| East Market Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Market Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Rua de Matta | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| San Pedro Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Mustang Circle | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
McAllister Freeway
— 11.9 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between San Antonio, TX and Hollywood Park, TX.
1
Start on Dolorosa Street
143 ft
·
4 sec
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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
12 mi
·
14 min
·
McAllister Freeway
Toward US 281 North: International Airport, Johnson City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward Donella Drive, Henderson Pass
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto San Pedro Avenue
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
San Pedro Avenue
11
Turn left onto Donella Drive
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Donella Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Turn right onto Mustang Circle
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Mustang Circle
13
Turn left onto Rua de Matta
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Rua de Matta
14
Arrive at destination
Rua de Matta
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief 22-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You do not need to worry about planning complex rest stops or fuel strategy, as the $2 cost is minimal and the distance is short. However, because this is a turn-heavy local route, try to avoid peak rush hour traffic to ensure your travel time remains consistent with the estimated duration. Keep a close eye on your GPS, as the lack of highway miles means you will be making multiple turns to reach your destination. Use this short travel time to your advantage by planning your arrival in Hollywood Park during off-peak hours for a smoother transition.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 7.7 miles from San Antonio, TX, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.9 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 15.4 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.7 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hollywood Park, 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 15.4 miles and 22m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on McAllister Freeway for about 11.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.7 mi from San Antonio, TX · 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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 15.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.7 miles from San Antonio, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hollywood Park, TX
The final approach into Hollywood Park, 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 Hollywood Park, 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
$2.35 one way
$4.70 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $2.58 | $5.16 |
| premium | $4.59 | $2.78 | $5.57 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.42 | $6.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.62 | $0.74 |
| Efficient EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.35 | $0.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.16 | $0.99 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Hollywood Park, TX
Afternoon in Hollywood Park on Sunday
Local time
4:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°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
3 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
22m 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 Hollywood Park, TX covers 15.4 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are McAllister Freeway, William J Bordelon Freeway, Donella Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.7 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 $2.35 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 15.4 miles you will encounter 8 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.
Between San Antonio, TX and Hollywood Park, TX, road signs point toward Johnson City and Henderson Pass.
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