Origin
Gonzales, TX
Late night in Gonzales on Sunday
Local time
5:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gonzales, TX to San Antonio, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
72.2 mi
116 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gonzales, TX
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San Antonio, TX
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Gonzales to San Antonio, you are in for a straightforward 74.4-mile journey across the Texas Great Plains. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 12 minutes on the road, making this an ideal candidate for a simple day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via North Saint Joseph Street, Saint Louis Street, and Water Street to reach your destination. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $11, this is an accessible and cost-effective connection between the two locations. Because the entire route remains within the same region, the landscape stays consistent throughout your travels.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 50 mi | 50m |
| Water Street | 12.8 mi | 13m |
| East Commerce Street | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Jose Lopez Freeway | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| East Pierce Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| 90th Infantry Division Highway | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| Interstate 10 East | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Saint Louis Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 50 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gonzales, TX and San Antonio, TX.
1
Start on Saint Lawrence Street
112 ft
·
12 sec
·
Saint Lawrence Street
2
Turn left onto US 183 Business
399 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Saint Joseph Street
3
Turn right onto Spur 146
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Saint Louis Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 183; TX 97
13 mi
·
13 min
·
Water Street
5
Continue on US 183
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East Pierce Street
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward US 183 to US 90: Gonzales, Cuero, Luling, Lockhart
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 10
38 mi
·
38 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 10; US 90; TX 130
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
0.8 mi
·
51 sec
·
90th Infantry Division Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 10; US 90
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Jose Lopez Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 579
Toward Commerce Street, Houston Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn straight onto Interstate 10 East
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Interstate 10 East
13
Turn right onto East Houston Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
East Houston Street
14
Turn slight left onto East Commerce Street
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
East Commerce Street
15
Turn left onto Military Plaza
392 ft
·
15 sec
·
Military Plaza
16
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
327 ft
·
8 sec
·
Dolorosa Street
17
Arrive at destination
Dolorosa Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.1 miles from Gonzales, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 67.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 183 Business / North Saint Joseph Street
Turn left onto US 183 Business / North Saint Joseph Street
Navigation decision point
8
14.3 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward US 183 to US 90: Gonzales, Cuero, Luling, Lockhart
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 183 to US 90: Gonzales, Cuero, Luling...
6
52.7 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
I 10; US 90; TX 130
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
64.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
I 10; US 90; TX 130 / 90th Infantry Division Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130 / 90th Infantry Division Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
67.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward Commerce Street, Houston Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 579
Toward Commerce Street, Houston Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.91 one way
$21.82 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $11.94 | $23.88 |
| premium | $4.54 | $12.89 | $25.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.94 | $31.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.58 | $3.47 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.32 | $2.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.11 | $4.62 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
San Antonio, TX
Late night in San Antonio on Sunday
Local time
5:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
13 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 19m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip features a turn-heavy local drive profile, meaning you should prepare for a more involved experience behind the wheel compared to a standard interstate cruise. Since the highway share is 0%, you won’t be dealing with high-speed, monotonous stretches of pavement. In fact, the longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on North Saint Joseph Street, where there are effectively no extended highway segments. Navigating these local roads requires your full attention as you transition between the specified streets. Expect a steady, hands-on driving pace that reflects the local character of the roads connecting these two Texas cities.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Water Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 183 Business / North Saint Joseph Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.2 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 183 Business / North Saint Joseph Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.7 miles (I 10; US 90; TX 130): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Gonzales, TX and San Antonio, TX, road signs point toward Cuero, Luling and Lockhart.
Cuero
14.3 mi in
|
~16m
Luling
14.3 mi in
|
~16m
Lockhart
14.3 mi in
|
~16m
About the Cities
Starting in Gonzales, TX
Full guide →Gonzales is the county seat of Gonzales County, Texas, and one of the oldest cities in Texas.
Arriving in San Antonio, TX
Full guide →Founded 1718
San Antonio is the second largest city in the state of Texas and the 7th largest in the United States. It's the 24th largest metropolitan area in the country. Visited by more than 31 million annual visitors, San Antonio is a beautiful city at the axis of three different geological terrains: Hill Country, South Texas Plains and Prairie and Lakes. There's a lot to do in this city: fine art museums, historical missions and plenty of amusement parks in addition to great dining and lots of drinking. The culture and people are vibrant and interesting. San Antonio's downtown is one of the most lively in the nation.
Top landmarks
- • Alamo Mission in San Antonio — historic place in San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas
- • San Antonio Missions National Historical Park — historic district in San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas
- • Fort Sam Houston — military base in San Antonio, Texas
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 72.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 50 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at San Antonio, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 183 Business / North Saint Joseph Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.7 miles (I 10; US 90; TX 130): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at San Antonio, TX before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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