Origin
Stockdale, TX
Evening in Stockdale on Thursday
Local time
8:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stockdale, TX to San Antonio, TX
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
52m
Distance
39.2 mi
63 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stockdale, TX
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San Antonio, TX
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward transit between Stockdale and San Antonio, this 42.1-mile connection is a perfect day trip. Expect to spend about 50 minutes behind the wheel as you navigate from the Great Plains into the heart of the city. Since the entire journey is relatively short, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or heavy travel fatigue. With a fuel budget of just $6, it is an incredibly economical route to manage. This drive works best for those who prefer a direct, efficient path rather than a long-haul excursion.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 39.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that moves away from the typical interstate experience. Because the highway share is 0%, you will spend your time navigating local roads rather than cruising on high-speed expressways. You will primarily follow Highway 123 North, transition through West Main Street, and finish via Highway 87 West. The road lacks long, uninterrupted stretches, requiring you to stay alert through the various turns and transitions. It is a practical, hands-on driving experience that demands your attention as you transition between these two Texas locations.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 87 West is the longest continuous segment at about 28.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 87 West and Rigsby Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 34.2 miles in near US 87.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 39.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 52m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 34.2 miles (US 87): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.4 miles (I 10; US 87; US 90 / Jose Lopez Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
34.2 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
US 87
Turn left onto US 87 toward I 10 West, US 90 West
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward I 10 West, US 90 West
5
34.4 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
I 10; US 87; US 90 / Jose Lopez Freeway
Merge onto I 10; US 87; US 90 / Jose Lopez Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
36.1 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Take the exit toward I 37, US 281: Corpus Christi, Johnson City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 574
Toward I 37, US 281: Corpus Christi, Johnson Ci...
8
36.2 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 37 North, US 281 North: Johnson City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 37 North, US 281 North: Johnson City
8
37.8 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward Commerce Street, Downtown, The Alamo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 141
Toward Commerce Street, Downtown, The Alamo
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Stockdale, TX to San Antonio, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Johnson City along the way.
Johnson City
36.1 mi in
|
~47m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 87 West | 28.4 mi | 33m |
| Rigsby Avenue | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| Jose Lopez Freeway | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| William J Bordelon Freeway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| East Commerce Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Roland Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| US 87 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 87 West
— 28.4 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stockdale, TX and San Antonio, TX.
1
Start on TX 123
47 ft
·
4 sec
·
State Highway 123 North
2
Turn right onto US 87 Bus
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
West Main Street
3
Turn right onto US 87; TX 97
28 mi
·
33 min
·
US Highway 87 West
4
Continue on US 87
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Rigsby Avenue
5
Turn slight right onto US 87
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Roland Avenue
6
Turn left onto US 87
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
US 87
Toward I 10 West, US 90 West
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Merge onto I 10; US 87; US 90
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Jose Lopez Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 574
Toward I 37, US 281: Corpus Christi, Johnson City
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 37 North, US 281 North: Johnson City
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 37; US 281
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
William J Bordelon Freeway
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 141
Toward Commerce Street, Downtown, The Alamo
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn straight onto Interstate 37 South
380 ft
·
11 sec
·
Interstate 37 South
13
Turn left onto East Commerce Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Commerce Street
14
Turn left onto Military Plaza
392 ft
·
15 sec
·
Military Plaza
15
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
327 ft
·
8 sec
·
Dolorosa Street
16
Arrive at destination
Dolorosa Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.6 mi from Stockdale, TX · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from Stockdale, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in San Antonio, TX
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into San Antonio, TX if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.92 one way
$11.85 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $6.48 | $12.97 |
| premium | $4.54 | $7.00 | $14.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.65 | $17.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.12 | $1.88 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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 Antonio, TX
Evening in San Antonio on Thursday
Local time
8:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
China Grove, TX
20 mi in
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
2 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
52m 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 Stockdale, TX to San Antonio, TX covers 39.2 miles and takes about 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 87 West, Rigsby Avenue, Jose Lopez 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 19.6 miles from Stockdale, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.92 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 is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 39.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 52m.
The main spots that need attention: at 34.2 miles (US 87): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.4 miles (I 10; US 87; US 90 / Jose Lopez Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Stockdale, TX to San Antonio, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Johnson City along the way.
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