Origin
Killeen, TX
Late night in Killeen on Tuesday
Local time
4:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Killeen, TX to Pflugerville, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
55.6 mi
90 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 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Killeen, TX
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Pflugerville, TX
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Trip Overview
Spanning 55.6 miles, the drive from Killeen to Pflugerville is a straightforward trek across the Texas Great Plains that typically takes about 1 hour and 3 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this trip is perfectly suited as a quick day outing, requiring no overnight stays. You should budget approximately $8 for fuel, making this an economical excursion between the two cities. The route utilizes a mix of local thoroughfares like East Veterans Memorial Boulevard and South Fort Hood Street before transitioning toward Interstate 35. Whether you are commuting or visiting, the lack of mandatory stops allows you to complete the journey in one efficient push. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that connects two points in the same region, providing a reliable experience for those who prefer a direct route over a leisurely scenic tour.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Fort Hood Street | 33.8 mi | 37m |
| TX 130 Toll | 16.1 mi | 15m |
| Farm-to-market Road 685 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| East Veterans Memorial Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| State Highway 130 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| TX 130 Frontage Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| FM 685 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Pecan Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Fort Hood Street
— 33.8 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Killeen, TX and Pflugerville, TX.
1
Start on this road
74 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
83 ft
·
8 sec
3
Turn right onto US 190 Bus
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
4
Turn left onto TX 195
34 mi
·
37 min
·
South Fort Hood Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
6
Continue on North Interstate 35
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
North Interstate 35
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward TX 130 Toll South: San Antonio
8
Continue on TX 130 Toll
16 mi
·
15 min
·
TX 130 Toll
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 428A
Toward FM 685 South: Kelly Lane
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto FM 685
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
TX 130 Frontage Road
11
Continue on FM 685
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 130
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Turn right onto FM 685
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
FM 685
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on FM 685
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Farm-to-market Road 685
14
Turn right onto FM 1825
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
East Pecan Street
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn left onto South Railroad Avenue
37 ft
·
0 sec
·
South Railroad Avenue
Use the left lane.
16
Arrive at destination
South Railroad Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 27.8 miles from Killeen, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 55.6 — 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
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
TX 195 / South Fort Hood Street
Turn left onto TX 195 / South Fort Hood Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
51.4 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the exit toward FM 685 South: Kelly Lane
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 428A
Toward FM 685 South: Kelly Lane
6
52.9 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
FM 685
Turn right onto FM 685
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
55.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
South Railroad Avenue
Turn left onto South Railroad Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.40 one way
$16.80 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $9.20 | $18.39 |
| premium | $4.54 | $9.93 | $19.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.28 | $24.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.84 | $2.67 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.78 | $3.56 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (63% 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
Pflugerville, TX
Late night in Pflugerville on Tuesday
Local time
4:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
85°F
Florence, TX
28 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
2 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
1h 3m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate haul, as this route features a 0% highway share according to our data. You will spend your time navigating local streets and connecting roads, requiring more active attention behind the wheel than a typical highway cruise. Because the route relies on urban and regional connectors, you won't encounter long, uninterrupted stretches of open road; instead, prepare for a steady rhythm of turns and transitions. The personality of this drive is functional and grounded, reflecting the practical nature of moving through the Great Plains landscape. By focusing on surface-level roads, the journey keeps you close to the local infrastructure, creating a driving experience that feels more like a cross-town connection than a cross-country sprint.
33% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.8 mi on South Fort Hood Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 55.6 miles you will encounter 9 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: Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (TX 195 / South Fort Hood Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 51.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Killeen, TX
Full guide →Founded 1872
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.
Top landmarks
- • Killeen High School — historic place in Killeen, Bell County, Texas
Arriving in Pflugerville, TX
Full guide →Pflugerville is a suburb of Austin, 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 3m. Total distance: 55.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (33%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.8 miles on South Fort Hood Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (TX 195 / South Fort Hood Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 51.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pflugerville, 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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