Goliad, TX Road Trips
Sitting in the Great Plains, Goliad, TX is a local road trip base with 5 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 342 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Routes from Goliad, TX spread mainly north and west, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
643.2 mi
El Paso, TX
Quickest Drive
1h 54m
San Antonio, TX
Plan Around Goliad, TX
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Goliad, TX is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Goliad, TX
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Goliad, TX
Driving from Goliad, TX
Expect an average of 342 miles and about 6h behind the wheel when leaving Goliad, TX. 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 643 miles (10h 48m), while the shortest is just 92 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Goliad, TX include El Paso, TX (643.2 mi, 10h 48m), Arlington, TX (323.5 mi, 5h 48m), Fort Worth, TX (311.2 mi, 5h 30m), and San Antonio, TX (91.6 mi, 1h 54m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in TX currently averages around $3.78 per gallon. For the typical 342-mile trip from Goliad, TX, budget about $51 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 4 mapped routes leaving Goliad, TX and 1 routes heading into Goliad, TX, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 92 to 643 miles.
The longest mapped route from Goliad, TX covers 643 miles and takes approximately 10h 48m. Shorter options start at just 92 miles.
The average route from Goliad, TX runs about 342 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.78/gallon for regular), the average 342-mile trip from Goliad, TX costs roughly $51 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Goliad, TX include El Paso, TX, Arlington, TX, Fort Worth, TX and San Antonio, TX. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Goliad, TX by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
1,551
Median Income
$41,696
Median Home Value
$178,100
Median Age
39.4
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Goliad, TX at a Glance
Founded
1749
Elevation
164 ft
Area
2 mi²
Notable People from Goliad, TX
A sampling of people born in Goliad, TX.
Ignacio Zaragoza
1829–1862
Mexican political and military leader (1829–1862)
Thomas Lincoln Tally
1861–1945
American theatre owner and film producer (1861–1945)
City data from Wikidata (Q982494), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Goliad, TX
Goliad is one of the oldest and most historically significant towns in Texas. There are the remains of a ruined Spanish mission, a restored mission Espiritu Santo, and a state park (on the river). The most significant site is the wonderfully restored Presidio de La Bahia. Goliad is also the site of the Fannin Battleground where the infamous Goliad Massacre occurred during the Texas war for independence from Mexico. Located on the San Antonio River, it is also near the Gulf of Mexico and the resort town of Rockport. There is a beautiful and historic town square with shops and cafes and the restored county courthouse.
Presidio La Bahia Mision Espiritu Santo Fannin Battleground Zaragoza's birthplace
1 Goliad Golf Club, 1103 W. Fannin St.. 18 hole course that's a bit thin and dry on the fairways but fun to play, easy to get a tee time, and more affordable than big city courses. (updated Feb 2026)
There are several restaurants and some fast food outlets along US 59. 1 Deborah's Kitchen Table, 244 S. Commercial St.. M-F 6am - 3pm, closed Sa-Su. Friendly local diner serving breakfast and lunch. US10. (updated Feb 2026) 2 Wanda's Restaurant, 310-398 W. Pearl St., ☏ +1 361 645 8200. M-Sa 6am - 2ː30pm, closed Su. Homey restaurant near the courthouse serving Tex-Mex cuisine for breakfast and lunch. The migas are recommended along with the 911 salsa (if you dareǃ). Lunch is mainly burgers and tacos. US10. (updated Feb 2026) 3 Agave Jalisco, 116 W. Pearl St., ☏ +1 361 722 4026. Daily 6am - 10pm. Popular Tex-Mex restaurant with convenient hours serving 3 meals a day (breakfast items served all day). US15. (updated Feb 2026)
Camping is available in the Goliad State Park. There are some budget hotels along US 59. The Best Western Plus is the most upscale.
Goliad is 150 miles southwest of Houston via US 59. The trip will take about 2-1/2 hours.
This is a rural small town. Visitors will find it difficult to get around without a car.
Travel tips adapted from Goliad 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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