How far is Austin, TX from Lago Vista, TX?
The driving distance from Austin, TX to Lago Vista, TX is about 35.7 miles (57.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.8 miles (31.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 42m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 51m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Austin and Lago Vista.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Austin and Lago Vista.
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Start on East 5th Street
1836 ft · 52 sec · East 5th Street
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Turn left onto Red River Street
711 ft · 20 sec · Red River Street
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Turn right onto East 7th Street
757 ft · 17 sec · East 7th Street
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Turn left onto North Interstate 35
928 ft · 27 sec · North Interstate 35
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 35 North, US 290 East
906 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
2985 ft · 42 sec · Purple Heart Trail
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Keep slight right to continue on Purple Heart Trail
4 mi · 5 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward US 183 North: Lampasas
1.4 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
11.3 mi · 13 min
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Continue straight
3.9 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward RM 1431: Cedar Park, Round Rock
1456 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto East Whitestone Boulevard
1.5 km · 2 min · East Whitestone Boulevard
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Continue on West Whitestone Boulevard
3.5 mi · 6 min · West Whitestone Boulevard
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Continue on RM 1431
7.4 mi · 11 min · RM 1431
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Turn left onto Lohman Ford Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Lohman Ford Road
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Turn right onto Park Drive
21 m · 4 sec · Park Drive
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Continue on Park Drive
667 ft · 30 sec · Park Drive
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Continue on Park Drive
1976 ft · 1 min · Park Drive
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Continue on Park Drive
129 m · 19 sec · Park Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Park Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Austin and Lago Vista.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
US 183 North
Merge slight left
11.3 mi · 00h 13m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Austin and Mostly Sunny near Lago Vista.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Austin to Lago Vista?
The road trip is about 35.7 miles (57.4 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?
Anderson Mill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.8 miles from Austin and 17.8 miles from Lago Vista.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.8 miles (31.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.9 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 4:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.76 one way or $9.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Austin and Mostly Sunny near Lago Vista.
Stop Ideas Near Anderson Mill
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Austin and Lago Vista. Straight-line distance: 19.79 mi (31.85 km).
#1 Austin
The eleventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the Austin metropolitan area.
| Population | 995,484 |
| Coordinates | 30.2671500, -97.7430600 |
| Altitude | 149 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lago Vista
City in Travis County, Texas, United States
| Population | 7,943 |
| Coordinates | 30.4602000, -97.9883500 |
| Altitude | 236 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lago Vista (-97.98835, 30.4602)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $4.76 | $9.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.36 | $10.72 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $5.78 | $11.57 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $5.03 | $10.06 |
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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