How far is Austin, TX from Little River-Academy, TX?
The driving distance from Austin, TX to Little River-Academy, TX is about 66.1 miles (106.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 54.7 miles (88 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 32m 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 01h 16m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Austin and Little River-Academy.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Austin and Little River-Academy.
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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
51.6 mi · 55 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward Amity Road
1241 ft · 19 sec
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Turn straight onto South I-35 Frontage Road
4.6 mi · 7 min · South I-35 Frontage Road
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Turn right onto East Loop 121
1 mi · 2 min · East Loop 121
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Turn slight right
111 m · 10 sec
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Turn straight onto Holland Road
7.2 mi · 9 min · Holland Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Austin and Little River-Academy.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Purple Heart Trail
Keep slight right to continue on Purple Heart Trail
51.6 mi · 00h 55m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Austin and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Little River-Academy.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Austin to Little River-Academy?
The road trip is about 66.1 miles (106.4 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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?
Serenada is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.1 miles from Austin and 33 miles from Little River-Academy.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 54.7 miles (88 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.4 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 3:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.81 one way or $17.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Austin and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Little River-Academy.
Stop Ideas Near Serenada
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Austin and Little River-Academy. Straight-line distance: 54.69 mi (88.02 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 Little River-Academy
City in Bell County, Texas, United States
| Population | 2,048 |
| Coordinates | 30.9862900, -97.3586100 |
| Altitude | 148 |
| Country | United States |
End: Little River-Academy (-97.35861, 30.98629)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 106 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
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 | $8.81 | $17.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.91 | $19.81 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $10.70 | $21.39 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $9.30 | $18.61 |
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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