Drive Time
6h 10m
Distance
323.6 mi
521 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
Photo: Jeff Stapleton
The drive from West Odessa, TX to Killeen, TX covers 323.6 miles and takes about 6h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West University Boulevard, Ray C, Northeast Loop 338 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $49.43 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
161.8 miles from West Odessa, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 5m into the drive .
Expect a 6h 10m drive with frequent turns across 323.6 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 10m, 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 West Odessa, TX to Killeen, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West University Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ray C | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Northeast Loop 338 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Interstate 20 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 20 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| TX 158 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Garden City Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 158 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between West Odessa, TX and Killeen, TX.
Start on the route
Turn left
Turn left onto West University Boulevard
Turn right onto Ray C. Stoker, Jr. Memorial Highway
Continue on Northeast Loop 338
Turn left onto East Interstate 20
Take the ramp slight left toward I 20 East: Midland
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward TX 158, FM 715: Garden City, San Angelo
Turn straight onto East Interstate 20
Turn right onto Garden City Highway
Continue on East State Highway 158
Merge slight left onto US Highway 87 North
Continue on 4th Street
Continue on US Highway 87 South
Continue straight
Turn left onto Church Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Turn left onto Bridge Street
Turn right onto Boy Street
Continue on United States Highway 190
At the end of the road, turn right
Merge slight left onto North US Highway 281
Continue on North Key Avenue
Turn left onto East Avenue J
Continue on East FM 580
Turn right onto FM 1715
At the end of the road, turn left onto Central Texas Expressway
Take the exit slight right toward T.J. Mills Boulevard
Continue on West Veterans Memorial Boulevard
Turn left
Turn right
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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 161.8 miles or 3h 5m 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 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Killeen, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving West Odessa, 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 West Odessa, TX
This is one driving day of about 323.6 miles and 6h 10m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 161.8 mi from West Odessa, TX · 3h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
162 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 161.8 miles from West Odessa, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Killeen, 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 Killeen, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$49.43 one way
$98.86 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $54.17 | $108.34 |
| premium | $4.59 | $58.49 | $116.98 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $71.89 | $143.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 113.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 97.1 | 1 | $33.98 | $15.53 |
| Efficient EV | 80.9 | 0 | $28.32 | $12.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 129.4 | 1 | $45.30 | $20.71 |
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (66% 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
Late night in West Odessa on Sunday
Local time
1:05 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Killeen on Sunday
Local time
1:05 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
54°F
Live Oak, TX
162 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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