Origin
Shiner, TX
Morning in Shiner on Tuesday
Local time
11:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shiner, TX to San Antonio, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 42m
Distance
90.5 mi
146 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 35m
★
6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 58m
10 AM
1h 48m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 49m
5 PM
1h 57m
8 PM
1h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shiner, TX
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San Antonio, TX
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Trip Overview
Shiner, TX to San Antonio, TX is 90.5 miles and takes about 1 hour 42 minutes via I 10, US Highway 90A West, and Water Street, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Texas, traversing the Great Plains region. It's a straightforward trip, mostly on major roadways, making it a convenient option for a quick transition between locations. With a short duration and minimal fuel cost, you can easily fit this into a busy travel day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.3 miles from Shiner, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 50 mi | 50m |
| US Highway 90A West | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| Water Street | 12.8 mi | 13m |
| East Commerce Street | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Saint Louis Street | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Jose Lopez Freeway | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| East Pierce Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| North Avenue E | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 50 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shiner, TX and San Antonio, TX.
1
Start on TX 95
83 ft
·
5 sec
·
East 5th Street
2
Turn right onto US 90 Alt
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Avenue E
3
Continue on US 90 Alt
15 mi
·
17 min
·
US Highway 90A West
4
Continue on US 90 Alt
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Sarah Dewitt Drive
5
Turn left onto Spur 146
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Saint Louis Street
6
At end of road, turn right onto US 183; TX 97
13 mi
·
13 min
·
Water Street
7
Continue on US 183
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East Pierce Street
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward US 183 to US 90: Gonzales, Cuero, Luling, Lockhart
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 10
38 mi
·
38 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 10; US 90; TX 130
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
0.8 mi
·
51 sec
·
90th Infantry Division Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 10; US 90
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Jose Lopez Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 579
Toward Commerce Street, Houston Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto Interstate 10 East
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Interstate 10 East
15
Turn right onto East Houston Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
East Houston Street
16
Turn slight left onto East Commerce Street
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
East Commerce Street
17
Turn left onto Military Plaza
392 ft
·
15 sec
·
Military Plaza
18
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
327 ft
·
8 sec
·
Dolorosa Street
19
Arrive at destination
Dolorosa Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour 42 minute drive, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving mid-morning allows you to avoid early rush hour and still arrive with plenty of daylight. There are no designated stops listed, so plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps around the 50-mile mark on I 10. The estimated fuel cost of $14 is quite low, so you likely won't need to worry about finding a gas station, but it's always wise to top off before leaving Shiner. The transition from highway to city streets will require your attention as you get closer to San Antonio.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 45.3 miles from Shiner, TX, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50 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 20 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.3 miles or 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near San Antonio, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Shiner, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Shiner, TX
This is one driving day of about 90.5 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Shiner, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 50 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.3 miles from Shiner, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 32.6 and 85.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
32.6 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward US 183 to US 90: Gonzales, Cuero, Luling, Lockhart
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 183 to US 90: Gonzales, Cuero, Luling...
5
33 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
71 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
I 10; US 90; TX 130
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
83 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
|
I 10; US 90; TX 130 / 90th Infantry Division Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130 / 90th Infantry Division Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
85.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
Take the exit toward Commerce Street, Houston Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 579
Toward Commerce Street, Houston Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.67 one way
$27.35 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $14.97 | $29.94 |
| premium | $4.54 | $16.16 | $32.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.98 | $39.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.50 | $4.34 |
| Efficient EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.92 | $3.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.2 | 0 | $12.67 | $5.79 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
San Antonio, TX
Morning in San Antonio on Tuesday
Local time
11:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
19 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 42m 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 route is predominantly highway driving, with 74% of the 90.5 miles on major roads like I 10. You'll experience a continuous stretch of 50 miles on I 10 before transitioning to US Highway 90A West. The latter part of the drive shifts to surface streets, with Water Street being the final segment. Expect a mix of high-speed cruising and more localized traffic as you approach your destination.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and US Highway 90A West. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 32.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 90.5 miles you will encounter 11 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 32.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 71 miles (I 10; US 90; TX 130): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Shiner, TX and San Antonio, TX, road signs point toward Cuero, Luling and Lockhart.
Cuero
32.6 mi in
|
~39m
Luling
32.6 mi in
|
~39m
Lockhart
32.6 mi in
|
~39m
About the Cities
Arriving 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 1h 42m. Total distance: 90.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 50 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 San Antonio, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 32.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 71 miles (I 10; US 90; TX 130): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at San Antonio, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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