Temple, TX Road Trips
With 4 routes heading out and 3 heading in, Temple, TX works well as a modest departure point in the Great Plains. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 455 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Temple, TX head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
7
Longest Drive
611.2 mi
El Paso, TX
Quickest Drive
4h 50m
Corpus Christi, TX
Plan Around Temple, TX
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Temple, TX is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Temple, TX
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Temple, TX
Driving from Temple, TX
Expect an average of 455 miles and about 8h 7m behind the wheel when leaving Temple, 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 611 miles (10h 28m), while the shortest is just 351 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Temple, TX most often head toward El Paso, TX (611.2 mi, 10h 28m), Amarillo, TX (460.7 mi, 8h 10m), Brownsville, TX (397.8 mi, 7h 21m), and Lubbock, TX (351.4 mi, 6h 28m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in TX currently averages around $3.8 per gallon. For the typical 455-mile trip from Temple, TX, budget about $68 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing. Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 4 mapped routes leaving Temple, TX and 3 routes heading into Temple, TX, covering 7 total connections. Distances range from 351 to 611 miles.
The longest mapped route from Temple, TX covers 611 miles and takes approximately 10h 28m. Shorter options start at just 351 miles.
The average route from Temple, TX runs about 455 miles with a drive time of roughly 8h 7m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.8/gallon for regular), the average 455-mile trip from Temple, TX costs roughly $68 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Temple, TX include El Paso, TX, Amarillo, TX, Brownsville, TX and Lubbock, TX. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Temple, TX by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
86,358
Median Income
$64,945
Median Home Value
$220,300
Median Age
33.8
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Temple, TX at a Glance
Founded
1881
Elevation
2,346 ft
Area
27 mi²
Notable People from Temple, TX
A sampling of people born in Temple, TX.
Rip Torn
1931–2019
American actor (1931–2019)
Bernard A. Harris, Jr.
1956
American NASA astronaut, physician
Sammy Baugh
1914–2008
American football player, coach (1914-2008)
Ted Poe
1948
American politician
Joe Greene
1946
American football player and coach
Noel Francis
1906–1959
American stage actor (1906-1959)
Brian Skinner
1976
American basketball player
Gloria Feldt
1942
American feminist, speaker, author and writer
Riley Evans
1986–2019
American pornographic actress (1986–2019)
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Temple, TX.
Kyle Hotel
building in Temple, Bell County, Texas
City data from Wikidata (Q427075), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Temple, TX
Temple is a city in the Blackland Prairie region of Texas that started as a railroad town back in 1882.
1 Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center, 119 W French Ave, ☏ +1 254-899-2935. Focuses on Czech immigration and culture contributions to the multi-ethnic mix of the state. (updated Apr 2017) Historic town square. Temple Railroad & Heritage Museum, 315 W Avenue B, ☏ +1 254-298-5172. Santa Fe and other railroad memorabilia and representative trains in the railyard. $4 adults, $3 (over 60) $2 (under 12). Bell County Museum, 201 N Main St, Belton, ☏ +1 254 933-5243. Tue-Fri Noon-5PM, Sat 10AM-5PM. Another local museum. (updated Jan 2022)
1 Miller Springs Nature Center, 1473 Farm-To-Market Rd 2271, Belton, ☏ +1 254 933-5412. Daily 8AM-8PM. Hike along the Leon River in the ravines here below Belton Lake. (updated Jan 2022) Belton Lake - {6 mi (9.7 km) west of town. Fishing, swimming, water skiing Temple High School Athletics- Friday night football
1 Casa Ole Restaurant & Cantina, 3111 S 31st St # 3049 (In Temple Mall), ☏ +1 254 778-5399. Good Tex-Mex place well known for its chips and salsa. (updated Apr 2017) 2 Cheeves Brothers Steak House, 14 E Avenue A, ☏ +1 254 742-2300. Good local steakhouse. Try the tenderloin and the Caesar salad. (updated Apr 2017) 3 Dynasty Chinese Restaurant, 2501 Airport Rd, ☏ +1 254 778-4434. Features a better-than-average buffet. (updated Apr 2017) 4 Pignetti's Italian Restaurant, 14 S 2nd St, ☏ +1 254 778-1269. Great Italian fare in a romantic atmosphere. Reservations accepted. (updated Apr 2017) 5 Mee Mee's Thai, 2807 W Adams Ave, ☏ +1 254 231-3447. 11AM-8:30PM. Unassuming, family-run eatery offering a wide selection of familiar Thai dishes in a mellow setting. Has a full bar. (updated Dec 2017)
1 Hilton Garden Inn Temple, 1749 Scott Blvd, ☏ +1 254 773-0200. High speed internet, jacuzzi, pool, and a restaurant on premises. Super 8 by Wyndham Temple, 5505 S General Bruce Dr, ☏ +1 254-778-0962. Outdoor pool, waffle makers in breakfast area. $58 (Jan 2022). Fairfield Inn, 1402 SW H K Dodgen Loop, ☏ +1 254 771-3030. Basic accommodations with free internet. 2 La Quinta Inn & Suites Belton Texas Hotel, 229 West Loop 121, Belton, ☏ +1 254 939-2772, [email protected]. La Quinta Inn & Suites offers pet and family friendly rooms, business amenities, meeting facilities, swimming pool and hot tub, and free breakfast. America's Best Value Inn (ABVI), 915 north general bruce Dr, ☏ +1 254 771-3264. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: 11AM. Free high speed wireless internet access in all rooms and lobby area, free continental breakfast, all rooms are interior corridors, pet friendly, Kids under 12 stay free, expanded cable TV with over 80 channels including HBO, complimentary coffee brewed fresh daily. $35-$65.
I-35 between Waco and Austin US 190 east of Killeen Amtrak serves Temple with its once-daily Texas Eagle service. The train runs between Chicago and San Antonio, continuing to Los Angeles three times per week. 1 Temple station is located at 315 W Avenue B.
Central Texas HOP is the local bus service.
Travel tips adapted from Temple 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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