How far is Abilene, TX from San Angelo, TX?

The driving distance from Abilene, TX to San Angelo, TX is about 88.9 miles (143.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 41m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 79.6 miles (128.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 22m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
88.93 mi
01h 41m
Flight
79.59 mi
128.08 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
79.59 mi
Kilometers
128.08 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
88.93 mi
Kilometers
143.12 km
Drive Time
01h 41m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 41m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in San Angelo
Thu, Oct 15, 1:30 PM CDT
Return by in Abilene
Thu, Oct 15, 3:11 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Abilene
2026-10-15T11:48
Arrive San Angelo
Thu, Oct 15, 1:30 PM CDT
Route Timing
01h 41m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:41 AM to 11:41 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:08 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Abilene
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Blackwell
TX

City in Nolan County, Texas, United States

From Abilene
44.5 mi
00h 50m
To San Angelo
44.4 mi
00h 50m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
87°F
Thursday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 mph SW
Destination
83°F
Today

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 11:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Abilene and San Angelo.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Abilene and San Angelo.

  1. 1

    Start on South Pine Street

    535 ft · 16 sec · South Pine Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Chestnut Street

    1906 ft · 56 sec · Chestnut Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto South 7th Street

    1.4 mi · 3 min · South 7th Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Barrow Street

    1.3 km · 2 min · Barrow Street

  5. 5

    Turn right onto South 14th Street

    1.6 mi · 3 min · South 14th Street

  6. 6

    Continue on US Highway 277 South

    78.7 mi · 1 hr 24 min · US Highway 277 South

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on US 67 South, US 277 South: San Angelo

    2324 ft · 57 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on US 67 South, US 277 South: San Angelo

    4.1 mi · 5 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward US 67 Business, Main Street

    1238 ft · 30 sec

  10. 10

    Turn straight onto East 7th Street

    854 ft · 22 sec · East 7th Street

  11. 11

    Turn left onto North Main Street

    1 km · 1 min · North Main Street

  12. 12

    Turn right onto East Harris Avenue

    1676 ft · 48 sec · East Harris Avenue

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Harris Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Abilene and San Angelo.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
13 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
14.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US Highway 277 South
78.7 mi · 89%
US 67 South
4.55 mi · 5%
South 14th Street
1.63 mi · 2%
South 7th Street
1.4 mi · 2%
Barrow Street
0.8 mi · 1%
North Main Street
0.64 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

US Highway 277 South

Continue on US Highway 277 South

78.7 mi · 01h 24m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 41m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 22m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.3 mi
79.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Blackwell
00h 50m from Abilene
Leave By
3:08 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Abilene and Showers And Thunderstorms near San Angelo.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Abilene to San Angelo?

The road trip is about 88.9 miles (143.1 km) and usually takes 01h 41m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Blackwell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.5 miles from Abilene and 44.4 miles from San Angelo.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 79.6 miles (128.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:08 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.05 one way or $24.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Abilene and Showers And Thunderstorms near San Angelo.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Abilene and San Angelo. Straight-line distance: 79.59 mi (128.08 km).

Abilene

#1 Abilene

The third most populous city in Taylor County, Texas.

Population124,407
Coordinates32.4487400, -99.7331400
Altitude524
CountryUnited States
San Angelo

#2 San Angelo

The most populous city in Tom Green County, Texas.

Population101,612
Coordinates31.4637700, -100.4370400
Altitude562
CountryUnited States
Start: Abilene (-99.73314, 32.44874)
End: San Angelo (-100.43704, 31.46377)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 143 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 57m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 13m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 46m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 28m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 16m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 06m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.14 gal
11.88 L · about $12.05
Round trip
$24.11
6.28 gal · 23.76 L
Estimated CO2
27.9 kg one way
Round trip: 55.8 kg / 123 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.84 $12.05 $24.11
Mid-grade $4.35 $13.65 $27.30
Premium $4.72 $14.83 $29.66
Diesel $5.78 $18.14 $36.27

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Texas · Oct 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Abilene and San Angelo. The current time is 11:48:45.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.