Origin
Stowell, TX
Evening in Stowell on Sunday
Local time
5:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stowell, TX to San Antonio, TX
Drive Time
4h 41m
Distance
257.2 mi
414 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$39
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 28m
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6 AM
4h 41m
8 AM
5h 8m
10 AM
4h 51m
12 PM
4h 48m
3 PM
4h 52m
5 PM
5h 7m
8 PM
4h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stowell, TX
Jeff Stapleton
San Antonio, TX
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Stowell to San Antonio, expect a straightforward journey covering 257.2 miles. This trip typically takes about 4 hours and 41 minutes, making it a manageable day trip for most drivers. You will primarily navigate via I-10, transitioning into local roads like East Commerce Street and Gulfway Drive as you reach your destination. With an estimated fuel cost of $39, it is an economical route that keeps you within the Great Plains region for the duration of the drive. Because of the manageable timeframe, you do not need an overnight split, allowing you to reach the city comfortably in a single day.
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
128.6 miles from Stowell, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a quintessential highway-focused drive, with 97% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a long, consistent rhythm, as the route features a significant 246.1-mile stretch on I-10. While the interstate provides an efficient path, the experience shifts slightly once you exit the highway and transition onto Gulfway Drive and East Commerce Street to complete your arrival. Expect a predictable, utilitarian drive that favors speed and directness over technical maneuvers. Keep in mind that the vast majority of your time will be spent maintaining highway pace as you cross the Texas landscape.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 246.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and East Commerce Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 257.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 237.6 miles (I 10; US 90; TX 130): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.6 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
3.6 mi into trip
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~5m in
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I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
237.6 mi into trip
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~4h 16m in
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I 10; US 90; TX 130
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
249.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 29m in
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I 10; US 90; TX 130 / 90th Infantry Division Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130 / 90th Infantry Division Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
252 mi into trip
|
~4h 32m in
Take the exit toward Commerce Street, Houston Street
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 579
Toward Commerce Street, Houston Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 246.1 mi | 4h 24m |
| East Commerce Street | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Gulfway Drive | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Jose Lopez Freeway | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| 90th Infantry Division Highway | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| TX 73 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Interstate 10 East | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Houston Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 246.1 mi, about 4h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stowell, TX and San Antonio, TX.
1
Start on TX 124
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Gulfway Drive
Use the none lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Use the left lane.
3
Merge onto TX 73
0.7 mi
·
47 sec
·
TX 73
4
Merge onto I 10
234 mi
·
4 hr 11 min
·
I 10
Use the none lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 10; US 90; TX 130
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
0.8 mi
·
51 sec
·
90th Infantry Division Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 10; US 90
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Jose Lopez Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 579
Toward Commerce Street, Houston Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn straight onto Interstate 10 East
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Interstate 10 East
Use the none lane.
10
Turn right onto East Houston Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
East Houston Street
11
Turn slight left onto East Commerce Street
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
East Commerce Street
Use the none lane.
12
Turn left onto Military Plaza
392 ft
·
15 sec
·
Military Plaza
13
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
327 ft
·
8 sec
·
Dolorosa Street
14
Arrive at destination
Dolorosa Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 41-minute trek, aim to leave early in the morning to avoid peak traffic as you approach San Antonio. Given that you only have one planned stop along the way, use that break strategically to refuel and stretch your legs before tackling the final leg of the journey. Since the route is heavily reliant on I-10, stay alert for changing traffic patterns on the interstate, especially as you transition from rural stretches into the city. Flexibility is your best asset on this drive; because it is a relatively short trip, you can easily adjust your pace to accommodate road conditions or personal comfort. Always double-check your fuel levels before heading out to ensure you stay within your $39 budget.
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 128.6 miles from Stowell, TX, or about 2h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 246.1 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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 128.6 miles or 2h 19m 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near San Antonio, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Stowell, 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 Stowell, TX
This is one driving day of about 257.2 miles and 4h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Stowell, 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 246.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 128.6 mi from Stowell, TX · 2h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
129 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 128.6 miles from Stowell, 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 246.1 miles.
Arriving in San Antonio, TX
The final approach into San Antonio, 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 Antonio, 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
$39.29 one way
$78.58 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
90 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $43.06 | $86.11 |
| premium | $4.59 | $46.49 | $92.98 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $57.14 | $114.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 90 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 77.2 | 0 | $27.01 | $12.35 |
| Efficient EV | 64.3 | 0 | $22.51 | $10.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 102.9 | 1 | $36.01 | $16.46 |
Gas CO2
90 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Sunday
Local time
5:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°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
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
4h 41m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Stowell, TX to San Antonio, TX covers 257.2 miles and takes about 4h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, East Commerce Street, Gulfway Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 128.6 miles from Stowell, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $39.29 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 257.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 237.6 miles (I 10; US 90; TX 130): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Stowell, TX to San Antonio, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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