Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 42m
Distance
143.6 mi
231 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Las Quintas Fronterizas, TX
Jeff Stapleton
San Antonio, TX to Las Quintas Fronterizas, TX is 143.6 miles and takes about 2h 42m via US Highway 57, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Texas, traversing the Great Plains region on both ends. It's a straightforward, primarily highway journey, making it a solid choice if you're looking for a relatively quick trip between these two points. Expect a direct route with minimal deviations, ideal for a single-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
71.8 miles from San Antonio, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 57 | 95.3 mi | 1h 46m |
| Purple Heart Trail | 33.5 mi | 33m |
| South Pan Am Expressway | 10 mi | 11m |
| South Veterans Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South Santa Rosa Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Commerce Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Los Quintas Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between San Antonio, TX and Las Quintas Fronterizas, TX.
Start on Dolorosa Street
Continue on West Market Street
Turn left onto Navarro Street
Turn left onto East Commerce Street
Turn left onto South Santa Rosa Street
Continue on South Laredo Street
Turn right onto Guadalupe Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 10; US 87
Continue on I 35
Take the exit
Turn straight
Continue on Interstate 35 North
Turn right onto US 57
Turn right onto US 57; US 277
Turn left onto FM 3443
Turn left onto June Street
Continue on Los Quintas Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto Las Quintas Boulevard
Turn right onto Alvin Circle
Arrive at destination
Given the 2h 42m duration, starting in the morning allows ample time to reach your destination without feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on fuel, as the longest stretch is over 95 miles; ensure you have sufficient gas before embarking on this segment. The $22 fuel cost is an estimate, so factor in current prices. This is a great route for a spontaneous day trip, offering a smooth transition between San Antonio and Las Quintas Fronterizas.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 32 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 71.8 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Las Quintas Fronterizas, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving San Antonio, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 143.6 miles and 2h 42m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
72 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.
A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 71.8 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 US Highway 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 95.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 143.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Navarro Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto East Commerce Street
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward I 35 South, I 10 East
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 10; US 87 / South Pan Am Expressway toward I 10 East, US 87 South: Upper Level, Houston
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto Alvin Circle
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$21.70 one way
$43.40 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $23.75 | $47.50 |
| premium | $4.54 | $25.64 | $51.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.71 | $63.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.1 | 0 | $15.08 | $6.89 |
| Efficient EV | 35.9 | 0 | $12.57 | $5.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 57.4 | 0 | $20.10 | $9.19 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (66% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in San Antonio on Sunday
Local time
7:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
90°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Las Quintas Fronterizas on Sunday
Local time
7:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
91°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This is a highway-focused drive, with 73% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 95.3 miles on US Highway 57, which forms the backbone of this trip. The Purple Heart Trail and South Pan Am Expressway also feature, contributing to the overall highway character. The road profile suggests a consistent driving experience, largely on well-maintained highways without significant technical sections or frequent local road detours.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 57 and Purple Heart Trail. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Navarro Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from San Antonio, TX to Las Quintas Fronterizas, TX is easy. At 2h 42m with 73% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Navarro Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (East Commerce Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 42m. Total distance: 143.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Straightforward navigation.
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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