Origin
San Antonio, TX
Afternoon in San Antonio on Sunday
Local time
2:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from San Antonio, TX to Pecos, TX
Drive Time
6h 3m
Distance
364.7 mi
587 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
San Antonio, TX
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Pecos, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
Embarking on the 364.7-mile journey from San Antonio to Pecos takes approximately 6 hours and 3 minutes of drive time. Because this route relies on turn-heavy local roads like West Market Street, Navarro Street, and San Pedro Avenue rather than high-speed interstates, it functions best as a dedicated day trip. You should budget about $54 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Great Plains locations. While the drive is manageable in a single day, the focus on local thoroughfares means your travel time can be sensitive to traffic conditions. Deciding to make this trip requires a willingness to navigate city and local grids rather than cruising on an open highway.
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
182.4 miles from San Antonio, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 59m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is defined by its turn-heavy local nature, as the route avoids highway driving entirely with a 0% highway share. You will navigate through urban and local environments, requiring constant engagement rather than the passive experience of an interstate haul. The character of the road stays consistent throughout the journey, prioritizing local connectivity over high-speed transit. Expect a hands-on driving experience where your focus remains on local navigation rather than long, uninterrupted stretches. Because you are not utilizing the interstate system, your progress will be steady but characterized by the frequent turns inherent to the specified local streets.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 297.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and North US Highway 285. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Navarro Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 364.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.2 miles (Navarro Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (West Cypress Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Navarro Street
Turn left onto Navarro Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
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
6
16.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
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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.
6
313.5 mi into trip
|
~5h 4m in
Take the exit toward US 285: Pecos, Sanderson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 257
Toward US 285: Pecos, Sanderson
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from San Antonio, TX to Pecos, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Sanderson along the way.
Sanderson
313.5 mi in
|
~5h 4m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 297.5 mi | 4h 43m |
| North US Highway 285 | 50.7 mi | 57m |
| McDermott Freeway | 12.8 mi | 14m |
| East Fredericksburg Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Navarro Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| San Pedro Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Interstate 10 West | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Market Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 297.5 mi, about 4h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between San Antonio, TX and Pecos, TX.
1
Start on Dolorosa Street
143 ft
·
4 sec
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Dolorosa Street
2
Continue on West Market Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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West Market Street
3
Turn left onto Navarro Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Navarro Street
Use the none lane.
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
Use the none lane.
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
Use the none lane.
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 none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
297 mi
·
4 hr 43 min
·
I 10; US 87
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 257
Toward US 285: Pecos, Sanderson
13
Continue on Interstate 10 West
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Interstate 10 West
14
Take the ramp
224 ft
·
6 sec
15
Merge onto US 285
51 mi
·
57 min
·
North US Highway 285
16
Turn left onto East 6th Street
67 ft
·
3 sec
·
East 6th Street
17
Arrive at destination
East 6th Street
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is essential, as the turn-heavy local roads can become more congested during peak hours. Since you have 364.7 miles ahead of you, aim to leave early in the morning to maximize daylight and minimize the stress of navigating local intersections in the dark. You are allotted one stop for the trip, so use that time strategically to refuel and stretch your legs before tackling the remainder of the route. Given the $54 fuel estimate, keeping a close eye on your tank is a smart move, especially when navigating local roads where service stations may be less frequent than on a major highway. Flexibility is your biggest advantage on this route, so don't hesitate to adjust your pace if you encounter unexpected local traffic.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 182.4 miles from San Antonio, TX, or about 2h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 297.5 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 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 182.4 miles or 2h 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pecos, 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 364.7 miles and 6h 3m.
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 I 10 for about 297.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 182.4 mi from San Antonio, TX · 2h 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
182 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 182.4 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 I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 297.5 miles.
Arriving in Pecos, TX
The final approach into Pecos, 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 Pecos, 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
$55.71 one way
$111.42 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
128 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $61.05 | $122.10 |
| premium | $4.59 | $65.92 | $131.84 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $81.02 | $162.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 127.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 109.4 | 1 | $38.29 | $17.51 |
| Efficient EV | 91.2 | 1 | $31.91 | $14.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 145.9 | 1 | $51.06 | $23.34 |
Gas CO2
128 kg
EV CO2
43 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.
Destination
Pecos, TX
Afternoon in Pecos on Sunday
Local time
2:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°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
31 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
6h 3m 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 Pecos, TX covers 364.7 miles and takes about 6h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, North US Highway 285, McDermott Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 182.4 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 $55.71 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 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 364.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.2 miles (Navarro Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (West Cypress Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from San Antonio, TX to Pecos, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Sanderson along the way.
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