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Trip from San Antonio, TX to Brazoria, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 9m
Distance
206.6 mi
332 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 57m
★
6 AM
4h 10m
8 AM
4h 36m
10 AM
4h 19m
12 PM
4h 16m
3 PM
4h 20m
5 PM
4h 35m
8 PM
4h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
San Antonio, TX
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Brazoria, TX
John Robertson
Trip Overview
San Antonio to Brazoria is 206.6 miles and takes about 4h 9m via I 10 and TX-36, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Texas, starting in the Great Plains region and continuing through it. The drive is predominantly on major highways, making it a straightforward trip for a single day. With just one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, this route is ideal for a quick transit or a leisurely start to a longer adventure.
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
103.3 miles from San Antonio, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 47m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 92.8 mi | 1h 32m |
| TX-36 | 29.7 mi | 44m |
| 90th Infantry Division Highway | 22.2 mi | 23m |
| US Highway 90A | 21.9 mi | 27m |
| State Highway 71 South | 9.7 mi | 10m |
| FM 360 | 8.9 mi | 15m |
| US Highway 90A West | 5 mi | 7m |
| East Commerce Street | 3.5 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 92.8 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between San Antonio, TX and Brazoria, TX.
1
Start on Dolorosa Street
143 ft
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4 sec
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Dolorosa Street
2
Continue on West Market Street
0.4 mi
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42 sec
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West Market Street
3
Continue on East Market Street
0.4 mi
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45 sec
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East Market Street
4
Turn left
363 ft
·
13 sec
Use the left lane.
5
Turn straight onto East Commerce Street
0.7 mi
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1 min
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East Commerce Street
6
Keep slight left at fork onto East Commerce Street
2.7 mi
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4 min
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East Commerce Street
7
Turn slight right onto East Houston Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
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East Houston Street
8
Turn left onto Interstate 10 East
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
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Interstate 10 East
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 10 East, US 90 East
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Merge onto I 10; US 90
1.8 mi
·
2 min
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Jose Lopez Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 10; US 90
22 mi
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23 min
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90th Infantry Division Highway
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on I 10; TX 130
93 mi
·
1 hr 32 min
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I 10; TX 130
Toward I 10 East: Houston, Austin, Waco
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
365 ft
·
8 sec
Toward TX 71 East, TX 71 BUS: Columbus, El Campo
14
Continue on TX 71
0.3 mi
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35 sec
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TX 71
Toward TX 71 East, TX 71 BUS: Columbus, El Campo
15
Turn right onto TX 71
9.7 mi
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10 min
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State Highway 71 South
16
Turn left onto US 90 Alt
7.4 mi
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8 min
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US Highway 90A
17
Continue on US 90 Alt
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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South McCarty Avenue
18
Continue on US 90 Alt
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
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Boothe Drive
19
Continue on US 90 Alt; FM 102
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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East Main Street
20
Continue on US 90 Alt
5.4 mi
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5 min
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US Highway 90A
21
Continue on US 90 Alt
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Main Street
22
Continue on US 90 Alt
9.1 mi
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13 min
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US Highway 90A
23
Continue on US 90 Alt
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
24
Continue on US 90 Alt
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
US Highway 90A West
25
Turn right onto FM 1875
1.8 mi
·
3 min
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Beasley Road
26
Continue on FM 1875
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Taverner Road
27
At end of road, turn right onto Loop 540
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Loop 540
28
Turn left onto FM 360
8.9 mi
·
15 min
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FM 360
29
Turn right onto TX 36
30 mi
·
44 min
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TX-36
30
Turn left onto East Texas Street
290 ft
·
14 sec
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East Texas Street
31
Turn right onto South Main Street
45 ft
·
1 sec
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South Main Street
32
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
Leaving San Antonio in the morning will give you ample daylight to reach Brazoria, as the drive is only around 4 hours. Consider making your single planned stop midway to stretch your legs and refuel if needed, though the $31 fuel estimate suggests you won't need to worry too much about gas prices. Keep an eye out for the change in scenery as you transition from the interstate to TX-36, which can signal the approach to more local traffic. Given the short duration, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits you best.
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 103.3 miles from San Antonio, TX, or about 1h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 92.8 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 45 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.3 miles or 1h 47m 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 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brazoria, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving San Antonio, 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 San Antonio, TX
This is one driving day of about 206.6 miles and 4h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from San Antonio, 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 I 10 for about 92.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
103 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 103.3 miles from San Antonio, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 92.8 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
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Guadalupe County Eastbound Rest Area
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Roady's Truck Stops
0.1 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.1 mi from route
Colorado County Eastbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Colorado County Westbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Jud's Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Amigos Country Corner
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Super Travel Center
0.4 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
1.1 mi from route
Spanish Governor's Palace
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
San Antonio, Texas
Hours: 9 am–5 pm
+12102077527
Visit websiteGO RIO San Antonio River Cruises
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, right off the route
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
San Antonio, Texas
Hours: 10 am–10 pm
+12102274746
Visit websiteSan Antonio | The Saga
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, right off the route
0 mi from route
San Antonio, Texas
Hours: 9–9:30 pm
+12102259800
Visit websiteHemisfair
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, right off the route
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
San Antonio, Texas
Hours: 5 am–12 pm
+12107094750
Visit websiteSan Antonio Fire Museum
4.9
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, right off the route
0.6 mi from route
~1 min detour
San Antonio, Texas
Hours: 10 am–3:30 pm
+12103907236
Visit websiteThe Amazing Mirror Maze
4.4
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the start, right off the route
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
San Antonio, Texas
Hours: 10:30 am–8 pm
+12102242288
Visit websiteSEA LIFE San Antonio
4.1
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the start, right off the route
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
San Antonio, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+12106101160
Visit websiteSan Antonio River Lock & Dam
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, right off the route
0.8 mi from route
~2 min detour
San Antonio, Texas
Hours: 9 am–10 pm
+12102271373
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 121.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
4.6 mi into trip
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~7m in
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Interstate 10 East
Turn left onto Interstate 10 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
4.7 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp toward I 10 East, US 90 East
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 10 East, US 90 East
5
4.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 10; US 90 / Jose Lopez Freeway
Merge onto I 10; US 90 / Jose Lopez Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
121.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
Take the exit toward TX 71 East, TX 71 BUS: Columbus, El Campo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward TX 71 East, TX 71 BUS: Columbus, El Camp...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.22 one way
$62.44 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $34.17 | $68.34 |
| premium | $4.54 | $36.89 | $73.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.61 | $91.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62 | 0 | $21.69 | $9.92 |
| Efficient EV | 51.7 | 0 | $18.08 | $8.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82.6 | 1 | $28.92 | $13.22 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (67% 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.
Origin
San Antonio, TX
Morning in San Antonio on Sunday
Local time
6:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Brazoria, TX
Morning in Brazoria on Sunday
Local time
6:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Columbus, TX
103 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
12 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
4h 9m 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
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend most of your time on highways, with 82% of the route being on these faster roads. The longest continuous stretch on I 10 is 92.8 miles, offering a good period of consistent cruising. The transition to surface roads like TX-36 will occur after this, and you'll notice more frequent intersections as you approach your destination. The overall profile is mostly highway, so expect a smooth ride for the majority of the trip.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 92.8 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and TX-36. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.
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 206.6 miles you will encounter 15 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: at 0.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (Interstate 10 East): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles: 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.
Between San Antonio, TX and Brazoria, TX, road signs point toward Austin, Waco and El Campo.
Austin
28.8 mi in
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~33m
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via I 10; TX 130
Waco
28.8 mi in
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~33m
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via I 10; TX 130
El Campo
121.6 mi in
|
~2h 6m
About the Cities
Starting 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 4h 9m. Total distance: 206.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 92.8 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 21 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: at 0.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (Interstate 10 East): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Brazoria, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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