Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
19m
Distance
14.9 mi
24 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Von Ormy, TX
Thomas balabaud
If you are looking for a quick transition from the urban core of San Antonio to the smaller community of Von Ormy, this 14.8-mile journey is an efficient choice. You can easily complete the trip in about 19 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Because the route stays entirely within the Great Plains region of Texas, you will experience a consistent landscape throughout the drive. Budgeting approximately $2 for fuel should cover your needs for this short distance. Since there are no required stops, you have the flexibility to head out whenever your schedule allows. This is a straightforward, local trip that requires no overnight planning.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 19m. Total distance: 14.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Straightforward navigation.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate through city streets including West Market Street, Navarro Street, and East Commerce Street to reach your destination. Because there is no single long stretch of road—with the longest segment being 0 miles on West Market Street—you will need to stay alert for frequent turns. This setup creates a stop-and-go experience that feels distinctly different from a typical highway commute. Prepare for a technical, hands-on driving experience that demands your full attention as you transition out of the city.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on South Pan Am Expressway and Purple Heart Trail. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Navarro Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 19m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Navarro Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.7 miles (I 10; US 87 / South Pan Am Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto Navarro Street
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward I 35 South, I 10 East
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 10; US 87 / South Pan Am Expressway toward I 10 East, US 87 South: Upper Level, Houston
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Von Ormy, Benton City Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn sharp right onto Old Quintana Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from San Antonio, TX to Von Ormy, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Houston along the way.
Houston
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Pan Am Expressway | 10 mi | 11m |
| Purple Heart Trail | 2.6 mi | 2m |
| South Santa Rosa Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Commerce Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Interstate 35 South | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Market Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Guadalupe Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Laredo Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between San Antonio, TX and Von Ormy, TX.
Start on Dolorosa Street
Continue on West Market Street
Turn left onto Navarro Street
Turn left onto East Commerce Street
Turn left onto South Santa Rosa Street
Continue on South Laredo Street
Turn right onto Guadalupe Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 10; US 87
Continue on I 35
Take the exit
Turn slight left onto Interstate 35 South
Turn sharp right onto Old Quintana Road
Arrive at destination
Regular Gas
$2.25 one way
$4.50 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $2.46 | $4.93 |
| premium | $4.54 | $2.66 | $5.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.29 | $6.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.56 | $0.72 |
| Efficient EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.30 | $0.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6 | 0 | $2.09 | $0.95 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in San Antonio on Thursday
Local time
6:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Evening in Von Ormy on Thursday
Local time
6:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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