Origin
San Antonio, TX
Afternoon in San Antonio on Friday
Local time
12:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from San Antonio, TX to Kerrville, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 4, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
65.1 mi
105 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 11m
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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Kerrville, TX
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Trip Overview
San Antonio to Kerrville is 65.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 14 minutes via I-10, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Texas, moving from the Great Plains region to a similar landscape. The drive is predominantly on the interstate, making it a straightforward and efficient option for getting between these two cities. If you're looking for a quick hop with minimal fuss, this route fits the bill, allowing for plenty of flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 46.4 mi | 47m |
| McDermott Freeway | 12.8 mi | 14m |
| Sidney Baker Street | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| East Fredericksburg Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Navarro Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| San Pedro Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Market Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Fredericksburg Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 46.4 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between San Antonio, TX and Kerrville, 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
46 mi
·
47 min
·
I 10; US 87
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 508
Toward TX 16: Kerrville
13
Turn left onto TX 16
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Fredericksburg Road
14
Continue on TX 16
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Sidney Baker Street
15
Turn left onto TX 27
69 ft
·
1 sec
·
Main Street
16
Arrive at destination
TX 27
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.6 miles from San Antonio, 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 1.6 and 62.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
West Cypress Street
Turn left onto West Cypress Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
3.1 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 10 West, US 87 North
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 10 West, US 87 North
5
3.2 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 10; US 87 / McDermott Freeway
Merge onto I 10; US 87 / McDermott Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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.
5
62.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward TX 16: Kerrville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 508
Toward TX 16: Kerrville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.44 one way
$18.89 round trip
$3.69/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.08 | $10.46 | $20.93 |
| premium | $4.43 | $11.36 | $22.72 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $14.35 | $28.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.84 | $3.12 |
| Efficient EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.70 | $2.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26 | 0 | $9.11 | $4.17 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Kerrville, TX
Afternoon in Kerrville on Friday
Local time
12:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 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 14m 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?
This drive is mostly highway, with 91% of the 65.1 miles on freeways like I-10 and McDermott Freeway. You'll experience a long stretch of 46.4 miles entirely on I-10 before transitioning to local roads like Sidney Baker Street in Kerrville. Expect consistent cruising with few interruptions on the interstate portion, followed by a more urban feel as you approach your destination.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 46.4 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and McDermott Freeway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near West Cypress Street.
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 65.1 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: at 1.6 miles (West Cypress Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.2 miles (I 10; US 87 / McDermott Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,993 ft
649 ft
Total Climb
1,572 ft
Total Descent
582 ft
Highest Point
1,993 ft
~60.5 mi in
Elevation Range
1,344 ft
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
Arriving in Kerrville, TX
Full guide →Kerrville is a city of 24,000 people (2020) in the Texas Hill Country. It is known for its parks that line the Guadalupe River, which runs through the city.
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 14m. Total distance: 65.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 46.4 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 17 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. 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: at 1.6 miles (West Cypress Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.2 miles (I 10; US 87 / McDermott Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Kerrville, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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