How far is Alton North (historical), TX from San Antonio, TX?
The driving distance from Alton North (historical), TX to San Antonio, TX is about 238.3 miles (383.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 216.5 miles (348.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alton North (historical) and San Antonio.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alton North (historical) and San Antonio.
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Start on Mayberry Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Mayberry Road
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Turn right
8.6 mi · 13 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North 10th Avenue
122 m · 13 sec · North 10th Avenue
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Turn right onto West McIntyre Street
115 m · 14 sec · West McIntyre Street
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Turn left onto North Closner Boulevard
3.3 mi · 5 min · North Closner Boulevard
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Turn straight onto North Expressway 281
1.1 km · 1 min · North Expressway 281
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 69C North, US 281 North
1516 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
68 mi · 1 hr 12 min
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Keep slight right
70.2 mi · 1 hr 20 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Nueces Street
14.7 mi · 19 min · Nueces Street
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Continue straight
1199 ft · 16 sec
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Take the exit straight
68.8 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Commerce Street, Downtown, The Alamo
1358 ft · 33 sec
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Turn straight onto Interstate 37 South
116 m · 12 sec · Interstate 37 South
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Turn left onto East Commerce Street
1.4 km · 2 min · East Commerce Street
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Turn left onto Military Plaza
119 m · 16 sec · Military Plaza
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Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
100 m · 8 sec · Dolorosa Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dolorosa Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alton North (historical) and San Antonio.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 69C North
Keep slight right
70.2 mi · 01h 20m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Alton North (historical) and Partly Sunny near San Antonio.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alton North (historical) to San Antonio?
The road trip is about 238.3 miles (383.5 km) and usually takes 03h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Alice is a useful midpoint, sitting about 119.1 miles from Alton North (historical) and 119.2 miles from San Antonio.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 216.5 miles (348.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:28 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.78 one way or $63.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 74.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Alton North (historical) and Partly Sunny near San Antonio.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alton North (historical) and San Antonio. Straight-line distance: 216.49 mi (348.4 km).
#1 Alton North (historical)
City in Hidalgo County, Texas, United States of America
| Population | 5,541 |
| Coordinates | 26.2953500, -98.3044600 |
| Altitude | 47 |
| Country | United States |
#2 San Antonio
The seventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the San Antonio metropolitan area.
| Population | 1,567,118 |
| Coordinates | 29.4241200, -98.4936300 |
| Altitude | 198 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dolorosa Street (-98.493645, 29.424163)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 384 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 58m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.78 | $31.78 | $63.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $35.76 | $71.52 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $38.61 | $77.22 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $33.58 | $67.16 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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