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Trip from Killeen, TX to Portland, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 52m
Distance
259.5 mi
418 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 39m
★
6 AM
4h 52m
8 AM
5h 19m
10 AM
5h 2m
12 PM
4h 59m
3 PM
5h 3m
5 PM
5h 18m
8 PM
4h 44m
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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Portland, TX
Thomas balabaud
Trip Overview
Killeen, TX to Portland, TX is 259.5 miles and takes about 4h 52m via TX 130 Toll and US 181, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Texas, moving from the Great Plains region to another part of the Great Plains. You'll primarily be on toll roads and highways, making for a straightforward drive. With a duration under five hours, this route is a solid option for a single-day trip, allowing ample time for any necessary stops along the way.
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
129.8 miles from Killeen, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 20m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TX 130 Toll | 58.5 mi | 54m |
| TX 80 | 51.2 mi | 56m |
| South US Highway 181 | 40.2 mi | 45m |
| South Fort Hood Street | 33.8 mi | 37m |
| US Highway 181 | 18.9 mi | 22m |
| US Highway 181 South | 16.1 mi | 18m |
| US 183 | 10.1 mi | 11m |
| Farm-to-Market Road 792 | 8.4 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
TX 130 Toll
— 58.5 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Killeen, TX and Portland, 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
59 mi
·
54 min
·
TX 130 Toll
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 470
Toward US 183 South: Lockhart
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on US 183
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
United States Highway 183
11
Continue on US 183
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
North Colorado Street
12
Continue on US 183
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US 183
13
Continue on US 183
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
North Magnolia Avenue
14
Continue on TX 80
51 mi
·
56 min
·
TX 80
15
Turn slight left onto FM 792
8.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Farm-to-Market Road 792
16
Continue on TX 72; TX 239
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
17
Turn left onto US 181
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
South Sunset Strip Drive
18
Continue on US 181
40 mi
·
45 min
·
South US Highway 181
19
Continue on US 181
0.8 mi
·
55 sec
·
North 8th Street
20
Continue on US 181
16 mi
·
18 min
·
US Highway 181 South
21
Continue on TX 89
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 89
22
Continue on US 181
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
US Highway 181
23
Continue on US 181
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Railroad Avenue
24
Continue on US 181
12 mi
·
13 min
·
US Highway 181
25
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward Indian Point Park
26
Continue on US Highway 181
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US Highway 181
27
Take the ramp
1.1 mi
·
2 min
28
Merge onto US 181; TX 35
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 181; TX 35
29
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward Wildcat Drive
30
Arrive at destination
Toward Wildcat Drive
Trip Plan
Given the under-five-hour drive time, leaving Killeen in the morning should get you to Portland with plenty of daylight remaining. The route has only one recommended stop, but feel free to adjust this based on your needs. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially before heading onto the 58.5-mile stretch of TX 130 Toll, as services can be less frequent on toll roads. Your estimated fuel cost is around $38, so plan your budget accordingly. Since it’s a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart later or make an unscheduled stop if something catches your eye.
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 129.8 miles from Killeen, TX, or about 2h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.5 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 57 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 129.8 miles or 2h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Portland, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Killeen, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Killeen, TX
This is one driving day of about 259.5 miles and 4h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 miles from Killeen, 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 130 Toll for about 58.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
130 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 57 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 129.8 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.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Circle K
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.3 mi from route
Walburg Travel Center & Food Court
0.7 mi from route
Great Escape of Central Texas
4.9
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
3.1 mi from route
~8 min detour
Killeen, Texas
Hours: 3:30–9:30 pm
+12546802686
Visit websiteLions Club Park
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
3.3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Killeen, Texas
Hours: 5 am–10 pm
+12545016390
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 93.8 — 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
Turn left
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 190 Bus / East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
Turn right onto US 190 Bus / East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
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.
4
35.1 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the ramp toward TX 130 Toll South: San Antonio
Navigation decision point
Toward TX 130 Toll South: San Antonio
7
93.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 35m in
Take the exit toward US 183 South: Lockhart
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 470
Toward US 183 South: Lockhart
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.54 one way
$71.09 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
91 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $39.70 | $79.40 |
| premium | $4.23 | $43.16 | $86.33 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $49.00 | $98.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 90.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 77.9 | 0 | $27.25 | $12.46 |
| Efficient EV | 64.9 | 0 | $22.71 | $10.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 103.8 | 1 | $36.33 | $16.61 |
Gas CO2
91 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Origin
Killeen, TX
Morning in Killeen on Sunday
Local time
11:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 10 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 18 at 3:19AM CDT until July 22 at 7:46AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 18 at 3:19AM CDT until July 21 at 3:48AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
Destination
Portland, TX
Morning in Portland on Sunday
Local time
11:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Mostly Cloudy
SSE 14 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 18 at 3:19AM CDT until July 22 at 7:46AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 18 at 3:19AM CDT until July 21 at 3:48AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
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
7 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
4h 52m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is mostly highway, with 77% of the drive on high-speed roads. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 58.5 miles on TX 130 Toll, indicating a substantial portion of uninterrupted driving. After TX 130 Toll, you'll transition to TX 80 and then South US Highway 181, which will likely feel like a change from the toll road's open cruising. Expect a mix of rapid highway travel and surface road navigation.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 58.5 mi on TX 130 Toll.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TX 130 Toll and TX 80. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 52m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (US 190 Bus / East Veterans Memorial Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (TX 195 / South Fort Hood Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
957 ft
28 ft
Total Climb
251 ft
Total Descent
1,046 ft
Highest Point
957 ft
~18.5 mi in
Elevation Range
929 ft
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 Portland, TX
Full guide →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 4h 52m. Total distance: 259.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 58.5 miles on TX 130 Toll. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 6 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (US 190 Bus / East Veterans Memorial Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (TX 195 / South Fort Hood Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Portland, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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