Origin
San Antonio, TX
Afternoon in San Antonio on Sunday
Local time
3:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from San Antonio, TX to San Angelo, TX
Drive Time
3h 41m
Distance
210.7 mi
339 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 29m
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6 AM
3h 41m
8 AM
4h 6m
10 AM
3h 50m
12 PM
3h 47m
3 PM
3h 51m
5 PM
4h 5m
8 PM
3h 34m
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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San Angelo, TX
Mark Direen
Trip Overview
Traveling from San Antonio to San Angelo covers 210.7 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 41 minutes. This journey stays entirely within the Great Plains region of Texas, making it a straightforward transition between the two cities. You can easily complete this trip in a single day, as it doesn't require an overnight stay to manage the distance. Budgeting around $32 for fuel should comfortably cover your gas needs for the one-way trek. Since the route relies on a mix of thoroughfares like I-10 and local streets, you’ll experience a blend of major transit and smaller town navigation. It is a manageable drive for those looking to connect these two hubs without an exhausting time commitment.
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
105.3 miles from San Antonio, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 48m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed-driving experience that transitions from high-speed interstate travel to more localized road navigation. About 53% of your journey is spent on highways, providing a steady pace for the majority of the trip. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 98.7 miles while cruising along I-10, which allows for consistent highway driving before the route shifts. As you exit the interstate to transition onto West Broadway Street and North Main Street, the character of the road changes significantly. Prepare for a shift in rhythm as you move from the open, high-speed flow of the highway into the more controlled environment of the local street network as you approach your destination.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 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 route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 14 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
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 210.7 miles you will encounter 14 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 14 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
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~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
114.7 mi into trip
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~1h 58m in
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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
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from San Antonio, TX to San Angelo, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Menard along the way.
Menard
114.7 mi in
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~1h 58m
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via US 83
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 98.7 mi | 1h 37m |
| West Broadway Street | 39.2 mi | 39m |
| North Main Street | 29.3 mi | 30m |
| Frisco Avenue | 21.5 mi | 23m |
| McDermott Freeway | 12.8 mi | 14m |
| South Bryant Boulevard | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| East Fredericksburg Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| South Koenigheim Street | 1 mi | 1m |
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 San Angelo, 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
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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
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10 sec
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West Cypress Street
Use the left lane.
7
Turn straight onto East Fredericksburg Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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East Fredericksburg Road
Use the none lane.
8
Turn right onto Interstate 10 West
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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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
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McDermott Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
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.
12
Take the exit onto US 83
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
US 83
Exit 456
Toward US 83 North, US 377: Junction, Menard
13
Turn right onto US 83; US 377
29 mi
·
30 min
·
North Main Street
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on US 83
21 mi
·
23 min
·
Frisco Avenue
15
Turn left onto US 87
39 mi
·
39 min
·
West Broadway Street
16
Continue on US 87; Loop 306
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
South Bryant Boulevard
17
Continue on US 87; US 277
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Koenigheim Street
18
Turn right onto West Beauregard Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
West Beauregard Avenue
19
Turn left onto South Chadbourne Street
496 ft
·
14 sec
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South Chadbourne Street
20
Turn right onto East Harris Avenue
73 ft
·
2 sec
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East Harris Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
East Harris Avenue
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is key to keeping this 210.7-mile drive stress-free. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to pace yourself according to your own energy levels. Since you are spending nearly four hours behind the wheel, try to time your departure to avoid peak local traffic when navigating the final stretches on North Main Street. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving the interstate, as the transition to local roads may limit your immediate options. Use the flexibility of this one-day trip to your advantage by taking your single planned break mid-way through the 98.7-mile stretch on I-10 to stay refreshed.
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 105.3 miles from San Antonio, TX, or about 1h 48m 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 80 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 105.3 miles or 1h 48m 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
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near San Angelo, 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 210.7 miles and 3h 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 I 10 for about 98.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 105.3 mi from San Antonio, TX · 1h 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
105 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 105.3 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 98.7 miles.
Arriving in San Angelo, TX
The final approach into San Angelo, 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 San Angelo, 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
$32.19 one way
$64.37 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
74 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $35.27 | $70.54 |
| premium | $4.59 | $38.08 | $76.17 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $46.81 | $93.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63.2 | 0 | $22.12 | $10.11 |
| Efficient EV | 52.7 | 0 | $18.44 | $8.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 84.3 | 1 | $29.50 | $13.48 |
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% 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
San Angelo, TX
Afternoon in San Angelo on Sunday
Local time
3:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°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
26 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
3h 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 San Angelo, TX covers 210.7 miles and takes about 3h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, West Broadway Street, North Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 105.3 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 $32.19 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 210.7 miles you will encounter 14 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 San Angelo, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Menard along the way.
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