Road Trips from Roma, TX
Roma, TX, is a great starting point for a variety of Texas road trips. You've got a few options for shorter, single-day drives that include national historical parks, perfect for a quick getaway. If you're looking for something longer, there are several multi-day routes heading north into the heart of Texas, offering national monuments and varied terrain. For the most ambitious drivers, El Paso is a significant trek across the state, featuring unique park access and a more challenging drive.
Total Routes
9
Shortest
4.5h
With Parks Nearby
9
Weekend trip
San Antonio, TX
4h 28m245.5 mi one way
This is your closest option to a major city, clocking in at 4.5 hours. It features a high drive score of 10 and includes access to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. The terrain is mostly flat, making for a straightforward drive, and it's a day trip as no overnight is recommended.
Austin, TX
5h 56m324.6 mi one way
At 5.9 hours, this trip offers a slightly longer drive than San Antonio while still being manageable in a day. You'll encounter a similar drive score of 10 and access to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, with mostly flat terrain throughout.
Killeen, TX
7h 10m406.8 mi one way
This route takes you further north, a 7.2-hour drive with a solid drive score of 9. While the terrain is gently rolling, you still have the option to visit San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. This is also presented as a day trip.
Long-haul ideas
6 total in this range
Frisco, TX
9h 50m544.6 mi one way
This is a long-haul drive, over 9 hours, that requires an overnight stay. It boasts a drive score of 9 and offers access to both Waco Mammoth National Monument and San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. The terrain is gently rolling.
Irving, TX
9h 31m527.2 mi one way
Similar to Frisco, this is a 9.5-hour long-haul drive with an overnight recommendation. It also has a drive score of 9 and includes visits to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and Waco Mammoth National Monument, with mostly flat terrain.
Dallas, TX
9h 19m518.8 mi one way
This 9.3-hour trip is another long-haul option with an overnight stay recommended. It has a drive score of 9 and provides access to Waco Mammoth National Monument and San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. The terrain is mostly flat.
Fort Worth, TX
9h 10m509.8 mi one way
At 9.2 hours, this is the shortest of the long-haul drives to the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, requiring an overnight. It maintains a drive score of 9 and includes access to two significant park sites: Waco Mammoth National Monument and San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. Expect mostly flat terrain.
El Paso, TX
12h 30m694.3 mi one way
This is your longest drive, 12.5 hours, and definitely requires an overnight. It has a drive score of 8 and offers unique park access with Amistad National Recreation Area and Chamizal National Memorial. The terrain is hilly with moderate elevation changes, offering a different driving experience.
Browse by Mood
San Antonio, TX
4h 28m245.5 mi one way
Austin, TX
5h 56m324.6 mi one way
Killeen, TX
7h 10m406.8 mi one way
Frisco, TX
9h 50m544.6 mi one way
San Antonio, TX
4h 28m245.5 mi one way
Austin, TX
5h 56m324.6 mi one way
Killeen, TX
7h 10m406.8 mi one way
Frisco, TX
9h 50m544.6 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers pleasant driving conditions across all routes, with mild temperatures making visits to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park enjoyable.
Summer
Summer drives can be hot, especially for the longer routes. Shorter trips to parks like San Antonio Missions National Historical Park are more feasible.
Fall
Fall brings cooler temperatures, ideal for the long-haul drives to North Texas, including visits to Waco Mammoth National Monument.
Winter
Winter provides mild weather for most of Texas, making any of these drives, including the longer trip to El Paso with its unique park access, a comfortable option.
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