Road Trips from Killeen, TX
Killeen's location sets you up for a variety of escapes. You've got options for quick half-day drives on surface roads to nearby towns, as well as longer excursions towards the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex and even the Gulf Coast. Several routes offer a higher drive score, perfect if you want to cover ground efficiently, and one even includes a notable park nearby. Consider these if you're looking for a straightforward drive or a slightly longer trip with a park stop.
Total Routes
34
Shortest
3.8h
With Parks Nearby
8
Full-day getaway
Weekend trip
27 total in this range
Alton, TX
6h 54m392.7 mi one way
Paris, TX
4h 37m256.4 mi one way
Del Rio, TX
5h 32m289.8 mi one way
Vernon, TX
5h 30m288.7 mi one way
League City, TX
4h 26m222.5 mi one way
At 222.5 miles and 4.4 hours, this route is mostly highway and scores a 9. It's a substantial drive towards the Gulf Coast region, without parks indicated.
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Alton, TX
6h 54m392.7 mi one way
Paris, TX
4h 37m256.4 mi one way
Del Rio, TX
5h 32m289.8 mi one way
Sherman, TX
3h 52m216.5 mi one way
Paris, TX
4h 37m256.4 mi one way
Sherman, TX
3h 52m216.5 mi one way
Vernon, TX
5h 30m288.7 mi one way
Port Arthur, TX
5h 35m287.2 mi one way
Alton, TX
6h 54m392.7 mi one way
Paris, TX
4h 37m256.4 mi one way
Sherman, TX
3h 52m216.5 mi one way
Vernon, TX
5h 30m288.7 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
The surface road trips are pleasant, and the longer highway routes offer a chance to see the landscape change, with Waco Mammoth National Monument accessible on several longer drives.
Summer
Longer highway drives to the coast or metroplex are feasible, though consider heat. Parks like Waco Mammoth National Monument are options for cooler parts of the day.
Fall
The mix of surface and highway driving is ideal. Longer trips to areas like McKinney or Coppell allow for exploration with pleasant temperatures, and nearby parks are accessible.
Winter
Surface road trips remain straightforward. The longer drives to cities like McKinney or Coppell are manageable, with Waco Mammoth National Monument available as a potential stop.
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