Origin
Hewitt, TX
Late night in Hewitt on Sunday
Local time
2:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hewitt, TX to Killeen, 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
Distance
53.9 mi
87 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hewitt, TX
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Killeen, TX
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Hewitt to Killeen is a straightforward 53.9-mile journey that typically takes about one hour to complete. Because this trip is short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend approximately $8 on fuel, making this a very budget-friendly transit. Both cities are located within the Great Plains region of Texas, ensuring a consistent landscape throughout your travels. Whether you are heading out for business or personal errands, this route offers a reliable and efficient connection between the two locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Purple Heart Trail | 31 mi | 32m |
| Central Texas Expressway | 13.1 mi | 13m |
| South Hewitt Drive | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| West Central Texas Expressway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| South W.S. Young Drive | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| East Veterans Memorial Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| Interstate Highway 35 Service Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Warren Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Purple Heart Trail
— 31 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hewitt, TX and Killeen, TX.
1
Start on 1st Street
86 ft
·
4 sec
·
1st Street
2
Turn right onto West Warren Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
West Warren Street
3
Turn left onto FM 1695
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
South Hewitt Drive
4
Turn right onto Interstate Highway 35 Service Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Interstate Highway 35 Service Road
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 35 South
6
Merge onto I 35
31 mi
·
32 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 14; US 190
13 mi
·
13 min
·
Central Texas Expressway
Toward US 190 West: Killeen, Fort Cavazos
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 287
Toward FM 3470: Rosewood Drive, Stan Schlueter Loop
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto West Central Texas Expressway
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
West Central Texas Expressway
10
Turn right onto South W.S. Young Drive
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South W.S. Young Drive
11
Turn left onto US 190 Bus
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
12
Turn right
83 ft
·
8 sec
13
Turn right
74 ft
·
5 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.9 miles from Hewitt, 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 53.8 — 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
|
West Warren Street
Turn right onto West Warren Street
Navigation decision point
5
4.2 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 35 / Purple Heart Trail
Merge onto I 35 / Purple Heart Trail
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
35.3 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
I 14; US 190 / Central Texas Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 14; US 190 / Central Texas Expressway toward US 190 West: Killeen, Fort Cavazos
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 190 West: Killeen, Fort Cavazos
8
48.3 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward FM 3470: Rosewood Drive, Stan Schlueter Loop
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 287
Toward FM 3470: Rosewood Drive, Stan Schlueter...
5
53.8 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.14 one way
$16.29 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $8.91 | $17.83 |
| premium | $4.54 | $9.62 | $19.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.90 | $23.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.66 | $2.59 |
| Efficient EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.72 | $2.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.55 | $3.45 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Killeen, TX
Late night in Killeen on Sunday
Local time
2:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
Belton, TX
27 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 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 mixed drive profile, transitioning between local streets and faster highway segments. You will utilize South Hewitt Drive before merging onto the Purple Heart Trail and the Central Texas Expressway to cover the majority of the distance. With 31% of the route consisting of highway driving, you can expect a balance of steady cruising and slower-paced sections. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Purple Heart Trail, where you will remain for 31 miles. Overall, the road surface and traffic flow are predictable, allowing you to settle into a comfortable rhythm behind the wheel.
31% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31 mi on Purple Heart Trail.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Warren Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.9 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 (West Warren Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles (I 35 / Purple Heart Trail): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.3 miles (I 14; US 190 / Central Texas Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
On the drive from Hewitt, TX to Killeen, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Cavazos along the way.
Fort Cavazos
35.3 mi in
|
~38m
|
via I 14; US 190
About the Cities
Starting in Hewitt, TX
Full guide →Founded 1883
Arriving in Killeen, TX
Full guide →Killeen is a city in the Central Hill Country of Texas. It is home to U.S. Army installation Fort Cavasos, one of the largest military bases in the world.
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. Total distance: 53.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31 miles on Purple Heart Trail. 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 Killeen, 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 (West Warren Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles (I 35 / Purple Heart Trail): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.3 miles (I 14; US 190 / Central Texas Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Killeen, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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