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Trip from San Antonio, TX to Munday, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed May 27, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 58m
Distance
334.2 mi
538 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 46m
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6 AM
5h 59m
8 AM
6h 25m
10 AM
6h 8m
12 PM
6h 5m
3 PM
6h 9m
5 PM
6h 23m
8 PM
5h 51m
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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Munday, TX
Thomas balabaud
Trip Overview
San Antonio to Munday is 334.2 miles and takes about 5h 58m via I 10 and US 83, with a fuel budget near $53 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you from the edge of the Great Plains in Texas to deeper into the same region. The route is mostly highway driving with some surface roads as you get closer to your destination. With a drive time under six hours, this is a straightforward trip for a single day, though you could certainly break it up if you prefer a more relaxed pace.
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
167.1 miles from San Antonio, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 53m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 98.7 mi | 1h 37m |
| US 83 | 79.2 mi | 1h 28m |
| Commercial Avenue | 50.7 mi | 55m |
| Frisco Avenue | 41.9 mi | 44m |
| North Main Street | 29.3 mi | 30m |
| Roberts Avenue | 16.5 mi | 18m |
| McDermott Freeway | 12.8 mi | 14m |
| East Fredericksburg Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 98.7 mi, about 1h 37m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 14 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~537 veh/hr typical · worst 948
Quietest
3 AM
~95 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
5.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 52 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 Munday, 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
0.2 mi
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28 sec
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West Market Street
3
Turn left onto Navarro Street
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Navarro Street
4
Enter roundabout onto San Pedro Avenue
85 ft
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1 sec
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San Pedro Avenue
5
Continue on San Pedro Avenue
0.5 mi
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1 min
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San Pedro Avenue
6
Turn left onto West Cypress Street
0.1 mi
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10 sec
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West Cypress Street
Use the left lane.
7
Turn straight onto East Fredericksburg Road
1.2 mi
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2 min
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East Fredericksburg Road
8
Turn right onto Interstate 10 West
0.1 mi
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13 sec
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Interstate 10 West
9
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
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13 sec
Toward I 10 West, US 87 North
10
Merge onto I 10; US 87
13 mi
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14 min
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McDermott Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
99 mi
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1 hr 37 min
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I 10; US 87
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Take the exit onto US 83
0.3 mi
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44 sec
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US 83
Exit 456
Toward US 83 North, US 377: Junction, Menard
13
Turn right onto US 83; US 377
29 mi
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30 min
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North Main Street
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on US 83
42 mi
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44 min
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Frisco Avenue
15
Continue on US 83
17 mi
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18 min
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Roberts Avenue
16
Turn right onto US 67; US 83
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Hutchings Avenue
Use the right lane.
17
Turn straight onto US 83
79 mi
·
1 hr 27 min
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US 83
Toward US 83 North
18
Turn slight right onto US 83; US 277
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
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East Court Plaza
19
Continue on US 83; US 277
51 mi
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55 min
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Commercial Avenue
20
Turn left onto US 277 Business
0.9 mi
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1 min
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South 3rd Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
US 277 Business
Trip Plan
Plan to depart San Antonio in the morning to make the most of the 5h 58m drive time. Since it's a single-day trip, you have flexibility, but starting early ensures you arrive with plenty of daylight. The route has one recommended stop, which is a good opportunity to refuel and stretch your legs, especially before the 98.7-mile highway segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $53 budget is an estimate and stations can be spaced out in some rural areas. You'll encounter a mix of highway and surface roads, so be prepared for varying speed limits.
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 167.1 miles from San Antonio, TX, or about 2h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.7 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 74 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 167.1 miles or 2h 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Munday, 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 334.2 miles and 5h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 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 98.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
167 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 74 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 167.1 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 98.7 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Haskell County Southbound Rest Area
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Kerr County Westbound Rest Area
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Picnic Area
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Kerr County Eastbound Rest Area
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Picnic Area
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Picnic Area
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Picnic Area
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Scenic View
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Picnic Area
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Love's Travel Stop
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Picnic Area
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Pilot Travel Center
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Service Plaza
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Service Plaza
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Service Plaza
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Service Plaza
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Service Plaza
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Service Plaza
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Service Plaza
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Service Plaza
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Service Plaza
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Service Plaza
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Service Plaza
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Service Plaza
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QuikTrip
0.9 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 202.8 — 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
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~3m in
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West Cypress Street
Turn left onto West Cypress Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
3.1 mi into trip
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~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
6
16.1 mi into trip
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~20m in
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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.
6
114.7 mi into trip
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~1h 58m in
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US 83
Take the exit onto US 83 toward US 83 North, US 377: Junction, Menard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 456
Toward US 83 North, US 377: Junction, Menard
6
202.8 mi into trip
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~3h 32m in
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US 67; US 83 / Hutchings Avenue
Turn right onto US 67; US 83 / Hutchings Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$52.52 one way
$105.05 round trip
$3.99/gal
25.4 MPG avg
117 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.39 | $57.72 | $115.44 |
| premium | $4.72 | $62.09 | $124.18 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $73.63 | $147.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 116.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-05-18.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 100.3 | 1 | $35.09 | $16.04 |
| Efficient EV | 83.6 | 0 | $29.24 | $13.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 133.7 | 1 | $46.79 | $21.39 |
Gas CO2
117 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Afternoon in San Antonio on Wednesday
Local time
1:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Mostly Sunny
ENE 0 to 5 mph
8% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued May 25 at 8:40AM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued May 25 at 5:29AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
Destination
Munday, TX
Afternoon in Munday on Wednesday
Local time
1:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Mostly Sunny
SE 3 to 12 mph
7% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued May 25 at 8:40AM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued May 25 at 5:29AM 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.
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
2 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
5h 58m 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
Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
26 mi from route
~66 min detour
Free
near mile 46.1
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is 57% highway, meaning you'll spend over half your time on faster-paced roads. The longest continuous stretch on the highway is 98.7 miles on I 10. You'll transition from highway to surface roads as you proceed north. Expect a mix of high-speed cruising and more localized traffic as you navigate through different stretches of Texas.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 98.7 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near West Cypress Street.
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 5h 58m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 16.1 miles (I 10; US 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,110 ft
649 ft
Total Climb
1,932 ft
Total Descent
1,100 ft
Highest Point
2,110 ft
~95.5 mi in
Elevation Range
1,461 ft
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.
On the drive from San Antonio, TX to Munday, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Menard along the way.
Menard
114.7 mi in
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~1h 58m
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via US 83
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 Munday, 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 5h 58m. Total distance: 334.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (57%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 98.7 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 26 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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 26 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 3.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.1 miles (I 10; US 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.0 hours each way, a round trip means 12.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Munday, TX before the return drive.
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, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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