Burnet, TX Road Trips
Sitting in the Great Plains, Burnet, TX is a local road trip base with 10 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 303 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Routes from Burnet, TX spread mainly north and east, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
10
Longest Drive
448.6 mi
Amarillo, TX
Quickest Drive
1h 11m
Montopolis, TX
Plan Around Burnet, TX
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Continue From Burnet, TX
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Trips from Burnet, TX
Driving from Burnet, TX
The typical drive from Burnet, TX covers about 303 miles and takes around 5h 31m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 449 miles (8h 1m), while the shortest is just 216 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Burnet, TX include Amarillo, TX (448.6 mi, 8h 1m), Garland, TX (345.8 mi, 6h 21m), Lubbock, TX (326.2 mi, 5h 54m), Laredo, TX (254.2 mi, 4h 38m), and McKinney, TX (227.8 mi, 4h 14m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in TX currently averages around $3.7 per gallon. For the typical 303-mile trip from Burnet, TX, budget about $44 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring. Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 6 mapped routes leaving Burnet, TX and 4 routes heading into Burnet, TX, covering 10 total connections. Distances range from 216 to 449 miles.
The longest mapped route from Burnet, TX covers 449 miles and takes approximately 8h 1m. Shorter options start at just 216 miles.
The average route from Burnet, TX runs about 303 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 31m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.7/gallon for regular), the average 303-mile trip from Burnet, TX costs roughly $44 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Burnet, TX include Amarillo, TX, Garland, TX, Lubbock, TX and Laredo, TX. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Burnet, TX by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
6,630
Median Income
$88,000
Median Home Value
$245,900
Median Age
41.4
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Burnet, TX
Burnet is nestled at the edge of the spectacular Texas Hill Country about 50 miles (80 km) northwest of Austin, amidst the beautiful Highland Lakes, is the historic community of Burnet. Burnet was established in the mid-1800s as a fort on the Texas frontier. Modern Burnet has kept with its pioneering routes while also adapting to the modern age. Today Burnet is considered the jewel of the Highland Lakes. Throughout the year, the City of Burnet offers a vast array of events and activities for all ages. From the spring splash of bluebonnets and wildflowers to the fall festival of arts on the Arts and Crafts Trail, from the winter wonderland of the spectacular Christmas musical light display to the summer frontier shoot-outs and vintage steam train tours, Burnet is alive with sights and sounds that make it one of the Hill Country's most popular destination spots in the state of Texas.
Fort Croghan Museum, 703 Buchanan Dr, ☏ +1 512 756-8281. Built in 1849, the site now has several restored buildings and many articles from the history of the fort. Longhorn Cavern State Park, 6211 Park Road 4 S. Cave entry by tour only. Tours are excellent. Some of the rooms are spectacular, with quartz crystals all over the walls and ceiling. The cavern was developed by workers for the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Great Depression, who also built the buildings that the gift shop and park office are housed in out of debris found in the cavern. There are also park trails above ground. The area is very peaceful and full of bird life. (updated Feb 2023)
Rainbow Hearth Bed and Breakfast, 1330 Waterway Ln, toll-free: +1-888-756-7878. A Texas Hill Country Bed and Breakfast featuring organic meals, Sleep Number beds, and access to Lake Buchanan. Comfort Inn & Suites, 810 S Water St, ☏ +1 512-756-1789. With a pool. $67 (Jan 2022).
Fly in via Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Burnet is located 75 miles north-west of Austin.
Travel tips adapted from Burnet on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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