San Antonio, TX to Homestead Meadows South, TX is 551.4 miles and takes about 8h 57m via I 10, with a fuel budget near $80 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a long-haul drive that stays within Texas, beginning in the Great Plains region and ending in the same region. While the route is primarily interstate, it's recommended to break this up over two days. Expect mostly highway cruising with a few stretches of surface roads as you approach your destination.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
275.7 miles from San Antonio, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 27m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
520.4 mi
8h 14m
McDermott Freeway
12.8 mi
14m
Loop 375
6.2 mi
7m
Montana Avenue
6 mi
8m
East Fredericksburg Road
1.2 mi
2m
Navarro Street
0.8 mi
1m
San Pedro Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Desert Meadows Drive
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 520.4 mi, about 8h 14m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 60 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~517 veh/hr typical
· worst 839
Quietest
2 AM
~104 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 104 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 San Antonio, TX and Homestead Meadows South, TX.
1
Start on Dolorosa Street
143 ft·4 sec·Dolorosa Street
2
Continue on West Market Street
0.2 mi·28 sec·West Market Street
3
Turn left onto Navarro Street
0.8 mi·1 min·Navarro Street
4
Enter roundabout onto San Pedro Avenue
85 ft·1 sec·San Pedro Avenue
5
Continue on San Pedro Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·San Pedro Avenue
6
Turn left onto West Cypress Street
0.1 mi·10 sec·West Cypress Street
Use the left lane.
7
Turn straight onto East Fredericksburg Road
1.2 mi·2 min·East Fredericksburg Road
8
Turn right onto Interstate 10 West
0.1 mi·13 sec·Interstate 10 West
9
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·13 sec
Toward I 10 West, US 87 North
10
Merge onto I 10; US 87
13 mi·14 min·McDermott Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
520 mi·8 hr 14 min·I 10; US 87
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 34Toward Loop 375Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
1.0 mi·2 min
Toward Loop 375 NorthUse the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto Loop 375
6.2 mi·7 min·Loop 375
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 35Toward US 62, US 180: Montana AvenueUse the slight right lane.
16
Turn straight onto Joe Battle Boulevard
0.2 mi·20 sec·Joe Battle Boulevard
17
Turn right onto US 62; US 180
6.0 mi·8 min·Montana Avenue
18
Turn right onto Desert Meadows Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·Desert Meadows Drive
19
Turn left onto Marvin Lane
0.2 mi·28 sec·Marvin Lane
20
Turn right onto Gwendolyn Drive
0.1 mi·29 sec·Gwendolyn Drive
21
Arrive at destination
Gwendolyn Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 8h 57m estimated drive time, it's best to plan this as a two-day trip, breaking up the 551.4 miles to avoid fatigue. Aim to leave San Antonio early in the morning to make the most of your first day. The longest stretch on I 10 is over 500 miles, so plan your fuel stops strategically, especially as you near the end of that segment. While the fuel cost is estimated at $80, it's always wise to have a little extra buffer.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 275.7 miles from San Antonio, TX, or about 4h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 520.4 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 121 miles or 2h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 275.7 miles or 4h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 275.7 miles or 4h 27m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 7h 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Homestead Meadows South, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from San Antonio, TX
Aim for roughly 276 miles and 4.5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Homestead Meadows South, TX
Aim for roughly 276 miles and 4.5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 121 miles from San Antonio, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 520.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 544.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.6 mi into trip|~3m in|West Cypress Street
Turn left onto West Cypress Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
16.1 mi into trip|~20m in|I 10; US 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
536.4 mi into trip|~8h 35m in
Take the exit toward Loop 375
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 34
Toward Loop 375
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537 mi into trip|~8h 36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Loop 375 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Loop 375 North
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544.2 mi into trip|~8h 46m in
Take the exit toward US 62, US 180: Montana Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 35
Toward US 62, US 180: Montana Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$84.42 one way
$168.85 round trip
$3.89/gal25.4 MPG avg193 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.29
$93.17
$186.35
premium
$4.64
$100.68
$201.37
diesel
$6.18
$134.14
$268.28
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$84
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$214–$324
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 192.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $58 in charging
· 2 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
165.4
2
$57.90
$26.47
Efficient EV
137.9
1
$48.25
$22.06
EV Truck/SUV
220.6
2
$77.20
$35.29
Gas CO2
193 kg
EV CO2
65 kg (66% less)
Plan for 2 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.
Forecast as of Oct 17, 2026
Origin
San Antonio, TX
Night
in San Antonio on Sunday
Local time
10:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Mostly Sunny
NNE 5 to 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued October 17 at 2:12PM CDT until October 20 at 7:32PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 17 at 1:09PM CDT until October 17 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
Destination
Homestead Meadows South, TX
Night
in Homestead Meadows South on Sunday
Local time
9:17 PM
MDT
Current temp
63°F
Sunny
ESE 16 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued October 17 at 2:12PM CDT until October 20 at 7:32PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 17 at 1:09PM CDT until October 17 at 7:00PM 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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
Time zone
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
7 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
8h 57m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
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...
Chamizal is more than just an urban park to recreate or enjoy a quiet afternoon. These grounds are a reminder of the harmonious settlement of a 100-year boundary dispute between the United States and...
15 mi from route
~39 min detour
Free
near mile 532.4
Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park tells the story of our 36th president beginning with his ancestors until his final resting place on his beloved LBJ Ranch. This entire "circle of life" gives...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly on highways, with 97% of the 551.4 miles on interstates like I 10. You'll experience a significant longest stretch of 520.4 miles entirely on I 10, meaning you'll be on high-speed, limited-access roads for the vast majority of your trip. Expect dense exit activity as you pass through more populated areas before transitioning to more open highway.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 520.4 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and McDermott Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near West Cypress Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 551.4 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 1.6 miles (West Cypress Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.1 miles (I 10; US 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 536.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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 — 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, United States
The longest stretch is about 520.4 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 276 miles on day one.
Yes — we found about 57 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 Homestead Meadows South, 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 2 meaningful breaks. There are 57 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (West Cypress Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.1 miles (I 10; US 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 536.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, Chamizal National Memorial and Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 9.0 hours each way, a round trip means 17.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Homestead Meadows South, TX before the return drive.
