Origin
Killeen, TX
Morning in Killeen on Sunday
Local time
6:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Killeen, TX to Wells Branch, 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 3m
Distance
54.2 mi
87 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
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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Wells Branch, TX
Mark Direen
Trip Overview
This 54.2-mile drive from Killeen, TX to Wells Branch, TX is a straightforward, one-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 3 minutes to complete. You'll primarily travel on South Fort Hood Street, Purple Heart Trail, and North Interstate 35. With a fuel cost estimated at $8, this route is an economical option for a short excursion. The drive predominantly stays within the Great Plains region of Texas, offering a familiar landscape. Given its short duration and lack of designated stops, it's best suited for a direct journey without an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Fort Hood Street | 33.8 mi | 37m |
| Purple Heart Trail | 16.1 mi | 17m |
| North Interstate 35 | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Veterans Memorial Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Wells Port Drive | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Grand Avenue Parkway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Interstate Highway 35 Service Road North | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Alpha Collier Drive | 0.1 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 Wells Branch, 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
Continue on North Interstate 35
0.6 mi
·
46 sec
·
North Interstate 35
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 35 South: Austin
9
Merge onto I 35
16 mi
·
17 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 248
Toward Grand Avenue Parkway
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on Interstate Highway 35 Service Road North
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Interstate Highway 35 Service Road North
12
Continue on North Interstate 35
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Interstate 35
13
Turn right onto Grand Avenue Parkway
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Grand Avenue Parkway
14
Turn left onto Wells Port Drive
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Wells Port Drive
15
Turn right onto Alpha Collier Drive
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Alpha Collier Drive
16
Turn right onto Quiet Wood Drive
310 ft
·
13 sec
·
Quiet Wood Drive
17
Arrive at destination
Quiet Wood Drive
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 27.1 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 52.1 — 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
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.
5
36 mi into trip
|
~41m 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.
7
52.1 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward Grand Avenue Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 248
Toward Grand Avenue Parkway
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.19 one way
$16.38 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $8.96 | $17.93 |
| premium | $4.54 | $9.68 | $19.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.97 | $23.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 19 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 | 16.3 | 0 | $5.69 | $2.60 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.74 | $2.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.59 | $3.47 |
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
Wells Branch, TX
Morning in Wells Branch on Sunday
Local time
6:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
Florence, 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
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
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 for much of this 54.2-mile journey. While 33.8 miles of your route will be on South Fort Hood Street, the overall profile suggests frequent changes in direction and road type. The highway share is about 3, indicating a moderate amount of time spent on faster roads, but the "turn-heavy" description points to a significant portion of the drive involving local streets and intersections. This isn't a monotonous highway cruise; be prepared for a more engaged driving experience with multiple transitions.
Only 3% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 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?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. 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 1h 3m drive. You will face about 11 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.
About the Cities
Starting 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.
Arriving in Wells Branch, 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 1h 3m. Total distance: 54.2 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 (3%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads 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; 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Wells Branch, 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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