Drive Time
6h 26m
Distance
377.7 mi
608 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$58
one way
Photo: Thomas balabaud
The drive from Seminole, TX to Austin, TX covers 377.7 miles and takes about 6h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Seminole Road, North 4th Street, North Lynn Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $57.70 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
188.9 miles from Seminole, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 13m into the drive .
Expect a 6h 26m drive with frequent turns across 377.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 26m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Seminole, TX to Austin, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Seminole Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North 4th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Lynn Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Dallas Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 87 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| William Crooker Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| William B Crooker Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 4th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Seminole, TX and Austin, TX.
Start on East Avenue A
Continue on Seminole Road
Continue on North 4th Street
Turn right onto North Lynn Avenue
Continue on South Dallas Avenue
Continue on South US Highway 87
Continue on William Crooker Highway
Continue on North US Highway 87
Continue on William B Crooker Memorial Highway
Continue on 4th Street
Continue on US Highway 87 South
Continue straight
Turn right onto Bridge Street
Turn left onto State Highway 71
Turn left
Turn right onto Bessemer Avenue
Continue on Ford Street
Turn left
Continue on State Highway 71 West
Continue straight
Merge slight right onto West US Highway 290
Take the exit straight toward US 290 East, TX 71 East
Merge slight left onto West US Highway 290
Continue straight
Take the exit slight right toward Loop 1 North
Merge slight left onto South Mopac Expressway
Take the exit slight right toward 5th Street, Lake Austin Boulevard, Cesar Chavez Street
Keep slight left to continue on West 5th Street, Lake Austin Boulevard
Keep slight right to continue on 5th Street
Turn straight onto West 5th Street
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 83 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 188.9 miles or 3h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Austin, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Seminole, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Seminole, TX
This is one driving day of about 377.7 miles and 6h 26m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 188.9 mi from Seminole, TX · 3h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
189 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.
A short stop after about 83 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 188.9 miles from Seminole, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Austin, 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 Austin, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$57.70 one way
$115.39 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $63.23 | $126.46 |
| premium | $4.59 | $68.27 | $136.54 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $83.91 | $167.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$58
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 132.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 113.3 | 1 | $39.66 | $18.13 |
| Efficient EV | 94.4 | 1 | $33.05 | $15.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 151.1 | 1 | $52.88 | $24.17 |
Gas CO2
132 kg
EV CO2
44 kg (67% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Night in Seminole on Saturday
Local time
10:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Night in Austin on Saturday
Local time
10:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
56°F
Abilene, TX
189 mi in
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
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
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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