Trip from Huntington, TX to San Antonio, TX

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 40m

Distance

303.3 mi

488 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$42

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

5h 27m ★

6 AM

5h 41m

8 AM

6h 7m

10 AM

5h 50m

12 PM

5h 47m

3 PM

5h 51m

5 PM

6h 6m

8 PM

5h 33m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Huntington, TX

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San Antonio, TX

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Huntington to San Antonio covers 310.1 miles and typically requires about 5 hours and 10 minutes of time behind the wheel. Because the route is primarily made up of turn-heavy local roads rather than major interstates, you should plan for a full day of driving. Budgeting approximately $46 for fuel will get you from the Great Plains region to your destination. While the trip is manageable as a one-day excursion, the nature of the local roads means you will spend most of your time navigating turns rather than cruising at high speeds. Keep in mind that this is a localized journey, so prepare for a slower pace compared to standard highway travel.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

151.7 miles from Huntington, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 53m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
TX 21	148.3 mi	2h 48m
Pickle Parkway	34 mi	29m
I 10	32.5 mi	33m
TX 7	31.3 mi	34m
West State Highway 21	17.8 mi	20m
Raguet Street	11.7 mi	12m
US 69	10.1 mi	12m
East Commerce Street	4.3 mi	7m

Longest stretch: TX 21 — 148.3 mi, about 2h 48m

Traffic on I-10

Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 28 FHWA count stations on your route.

Peak

4 PM

~1,799 veh/hr typical · worst 2,453

Quietest

2 AM

~275 veh/hr

Peak-to-quiet ratio

6.5×

busier at peak than in the quiet hours

12a 6a noon 6p 11p

Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Huntington, TX and San Antonio, TX.

Start on US 69

10 mi · 12 min · US 69

Continue on South Raguet Street

2.5 mi · 4 min · South Raguet Street

Continue on Spur 339

0.3 mi · 26 sec · North Raguet Street

Continue on TX 103

12 mi · 12 min · Raguet Street

Continue on TX 7

31 mi · 34 min · TX 7

Turn right onto US 287; TX 7

129 ft · 2 sec · 5th Street

Turn left onto US 287; TX 7; TX 19; TX 21

196 ft · 6 sec · East Houston Avenue

Turn left onto US 287; TX 7; TX 19; TX 21

289 ft · 8 sec · South 4th Street

Turn right onto TX 7; TX 21

1.6 mi · 2 min · East Goliad Avenue

Turn left onto TX 21

145 mi · 2 hr 44 min · TX 21

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto TX 95

0.3 mi · 29 sec · State Highway 95

Use the left / straight lanes.

Turn right onto TX 21

409 ft · 10 sec · State Highway 71 East

Use the right lane.

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 49 sec

Toward TX 21 West, TX 71 West

Merge onto TX 21; TX 71

2.2 mi · 2 min · State Highway 71 East

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on TX 71; TX 21

0.7 mi · 49 sec · TX 71; TX 21

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on TX 21; TX 71

2.8 mi · 3 min · TX 21; TX 71

Take the exit onto TX 21

0.3 mi · 51 sec · TX 21

Toward TX 21 West: San Marcos

Turn left onto TX 21

18 mi · 20 min · West State Highway 21

Turn left

0.3 mi · 1 min

Toward US 183, Toll 130 South Use the left lane.

Turn straight onto US 183

0.5 mi · 36 sec · US 183

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 39 sec

Toward TX 130 Toll South

Merge onto TX 130 Toll

34 mi · 29 min · Pickle Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 10 West: San Antonio Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 10; TX 130

11 mi · 11 min · I 10; TX 130

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 10; US 90; TX 130

9.4 mi · 9 min · I 10; US 90; TX 130

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

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.

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.

Continue on I 10; US 90

1.6 mi · 1 min · Jose Lopez Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 19 sec

Exit 579 Toward Commerce Street, Houston Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn straight onto Interstate 10 East

0.3 mi · 38 sec · Interstate 10 East

Turn right onto East Houston Street

0.2 mi · 20 sec · East Houston Street

Turn slight left onto East Commerce Street

4.3 mi · 7 min · East Commerce Street

Turn left onto Military Plaza

392 ft · 15 sec · Military Plaza

Turn left onto Dolorosa Street

327 ft · 8 sec · Dolorosa Street

Arrive at destination

Dolorosa Street

Trip Plan

Given the turn-heavy profile of this 5-hour and 10-minute drive, departing early in the morning is your best strategy to navigate local traffic comfortably. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs, as the lack of highway stretches can make the constant turning feel more fatiguing than a standard interstate trip. Since your fuel budget is estimated at $46, keep an eye on your gauge early on, as local road driving can sometimes be less fuel-efficient than consistent highway cruising. Use the flexibility of this one-day itinerary to your advantage by taking breaks whenever you encounter a change in the local road layout. Always double-check your navigation before setting out, as the reliance on local streets requires precise turns to keep your travel time on track.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 151.7 miles from Huntington, TX, or about 2h 53m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 148.3 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 67 miles or 1h 17m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 151.7 miles or 2h 53m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 42m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near San Antonio, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Huntington, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Huntington, TX

This is one driving day of about 303.3 miles and 5h 40m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Huntington, TX.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on TX 21 for about 148.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Somerville, TX

152 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

Houston, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 67 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Houston, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 151.7 miles from Huntington, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

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Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 22

5 decision points cluster between mile 202.8 and 298.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

202.8 mi into trip | ~3h 51m in | TX 95 / State Highway 95

Turn left onto TX 95 / State Highway 95

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes.

227.5 mi into trip | ~4h 21m in

Turn left toward US 183, Toll 130 South

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward US 183, Toll 130 South

262.6 mi into trip | ~4h 54m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 10 West: San Antonio

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 10 West: San Antonio

283.8 mi into trip | ~5h 16m 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.

298.2 mi into trip | ~5h 31m 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

$41.54 one way

$83.09 round trip

$3.48/gal 25.4 MPG avg 106 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$3.89	$46.40	$92.81
premium	$4.23	$50.45	$100.90
diesel	$4.80	$57.27	$114.54

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$42

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$67–$92

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 106.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.

Driving Electric?

About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	91	1	$31.85	$14.56
Efficient EV	75.8	0	$26.54	$12.13
EV Truck/SUV	121.3	1	$42.46	$19.41

Gas CO2

106 kg

EV CO2

35 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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.

Forecast as of Jul 17, 2026

Origin

Huntington, TX

Late night in Huntington on Monday

Local time

1:44 AM

CDT

Current temp

94°F

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

S 5 mph 16% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued July 17 at 2:38PM CDT until July 22 at 11:48AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued July 17 at 2:38PM CDT until July 18 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX

Destination

San Antonio, TX

Late night in San Antonio on Monday

Local time

1:44 AM

CDT

Current temp

90°F

Partly Sunny

SSE 10 mph 2% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued July 17 at 2:38PM CDT until July 22 at 11:48AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued July 17 at 2:38PM CDT until July 18 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX

96°F

Somerville, TX

152 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

4 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

5h 40m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Welcome to San Antonio Missions, a National Park Service site and the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Texas. Each mission in the park is a center of community and has been since the early 1700s. Th...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 303.3

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highly technical and turn-heavy experience on this 310.1-mile journey. Unlike a typical interstate commute, this route features a 0% highway share, relying instead on local arteries like South Raguet Street, North Raguet Street, and Raguet Street. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on South Raguet Street, you will need to remain alert and engaged at the wheel throughout the entire duration. This drive is defined by constant maneuvering through local environments, providing a very different feel than a monotonous highway slog. Be prepared for a continuous, hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention from start to finish.

92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 148.3 mi on TX 21.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TX 21 and Pickle Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 202.8 miles in near TX 95 / State Highway 95.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 303.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 202.8 miles (TX 95 / State Highway 95): Lane positioning matters here; at 227.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 262.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

649 ft 225 ft

Total Climb

662 ft

Total Descent

337 ft

Highest Point

649 ft

~303.3 mi in

Elevation Range

424 ft

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 Huntington, TX to San Antonio, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Toll 130 South along the way.

Toll 130 South

227.5 mi in | ~4h 21m

About the Cities

Starting in Huntington, TX

Full guide →

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 5h 40m. Total distance: 303.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 148.3 miles on TX 21. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 19 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 19 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Yes — San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.7 hours each way, a round trip means 11.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at San Antonio, TX before the return drive.

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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Traffic on I-10

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Picnic Area

Road Ranger

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Pilot Travel Center

QuikTrip

Flying J Travel Center

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Pilot Travel Center

Love's Travel Stop

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Rest Area

Love's Travel Stop

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GO RIO San Antonio River Cruises

San Antonio | The Saga

Hemisfair

San Antonio Fire Museum

The Amazing Mirror Maze

SEA LIFE San Antonio

San Antonio River Lock & Dam

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Huntington, TX

San Antonio, TX

Same local time

4 degrees cooler at arrival

5h 40m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Elevation Profile

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Huntington, TX

Arriving in San Antonio, TX

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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