Origin
Weimar, TX
Night in Weimar on Wednesday
Local time
11:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Weimar, TX to Austin, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
86.9 mi
140 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
★
6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 46m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Weimar, TX
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Austin, TX
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Trip Overview
Connecting Weimar to Austin is a straightforward 86.9-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes. Because the trip is relatively short, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via I-10, North Kessler Avenue, and the West State Highway 71 Bypass to reach the capital. Budgeting approximately $13 for fuel makes this an affordable transit between these two Great Plains locations. It is a highly practical route if you are looking to relocate or visit quickly without the fatigue of a multi-day haul. Since the drive is direct and efficient, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your arrival time based on your personal schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
43.5 miles from Weimar, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 73% of your travel time will be spent on major roads. The most significant portion of the trip is a 50.9-mile stretch on the West State Highway 71 Bypass, which serves as the backbone of your journey. You will find that the road maintains a consistent pace, moving you steadily from the smaller-town feel of Weimar toward the more urban environment of Austin. While the route lacks technical, winding sections, the shift from interstate travel to the bypass keeps the drive moving efficiently. You should prepare for a focused, high-speed transit that prioritizes arrival time over recreational stops.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Weimar, TX to Austin, TX is easy. At 1h 40m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Weimar, TX to Austin, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Main Street | — | — |
| South Eagle Street | — | — |
| US 77 | — | — |
| Highway 10 | — | — |
| North Kessler Avenue | — | — |
| South Jefferson Street | — | — |
| Highway 71 | — | — |
| Bastrop Freeway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Weimar, TX and Austin, TX.
1
Start on North Center Street
112 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Center Street
2
Turn left onto East Main Street
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
East Main Street
3
Turn right onto South Eagle Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Eagle Street
4
Turn slight right
148 ft
·
7 sec
5
Take the ramp straight
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
6
Merge slight left
7.2 mi
·
7 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward US 77: Schulenburg, La Grange
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 77: Schulenburg, La Grange
8
Continue on Interstate Highway 10 Frontage Road
377 ft
·
16 sec
·
Interstate Highway 10 Frontage Road
9
Turn right onto North Kessler Avenue
15 mi
·
17 min
·
North Kessler Avenue
10
Continue on South Jefferson Street
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Jefferson Street
11
Turn left onto West State Highway 71 Bypass
367 ft
·
8 sec
·
West State Highway 71 Bypass
12
Take the ramp left
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
13
Merge slight left onto West State Highway 71 Bypass
51 mi
·
54 min
·
West State Highway 71 Bypass
14
Continue on East State Highway 71
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
·
East State Highway 71
15
Continue on Bastrop Freeway
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Bastrop Freeway
16
Continue on East State Highway 71
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East State Highway 71
17
Take the exit slight right toward US 183 North, 183 Toll North: Lampasas
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 183 North, 183 Toll North: Lampasas
18
Merge slight left onto Bastrop Highway
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
Bastrop Highway
19
Continue on Bergstrom Expressway
0.7 mi
·
41 sec
·
Bergstrom Expressway
20
Take the exit slight right toward Loop 111: Cesar Chavez Street, 5th Street, 6th Street, 7th Street, Airport Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Loop 111: Cesar Chavez Street, 5th Street, 6th Street, 7th Street, Airport Boulevard
21
Keep slight left to continue on East 7th Street
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
East 7th Street
22
Turn left onto Brushy Street
351 ft
·
18 sec
·
Brushy Street
23
Turn right onto East 6th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East 6th Street
24
Turn left onto Congress Avenue
358 ft
·
18 sec
·
Congress Avenue
25
Turn left onto East 5th Street
26 ft
·
1 sec
·
East 5th Street
26
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 1-hour and 40-minute drive, you do not need to worry about complex stop planning or rest breaks. Leaving Weimar early or mid-day is usually best to avoid potential traffic build-up as you approach the Austin area. With no mandatory stops required for a trip of this length, you have the freedom to drive straight through if you wish. Keep in mind that the West State Highway 71 Bypass represents your longest uninterrupted segment, so ensure you have enough fuel before getting on the highway. Taking advantage of the short distance allows you to be flexible with your departure, making this an ideal route for a stress-free day trip.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 43.5 miles from Weimar, TX, or about 50m into the drive.
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 19 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.5 miles or 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Austin, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Weimar, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Weimar, TX
This is one driving day of about 86.9 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Weimar, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.5 mi from Weimar, TX · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43.5 miles from Weimar, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Austin, TX
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.13 one way
$26.26 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $14.37 | $28.75 |
| premium | $4.54 | $15.52 | $31.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.19 | $38.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.1 | 0 | $9.12 | $4.17 |
| Efficient EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.60 | $3.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.8 | 0 | $12.17 | $5.56 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (67% 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
Austin, TX
Night in Austin on Wednesday
Local time
11:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Colorado, TX
43 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 40m 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 Weimar, TX to Austin, TX covers 86.9 miles and takes about 1h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Main Street, South Eagle Street, US 77. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.5 miles from Weimar, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.13 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.
The drive from Weimar, TX to Austin, TX is easy. At 1h 40m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Weimar, TX to Austin, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Weimar, TX to Austin, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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