How far is Belton, TX from Dublin, TX?
The driving distance from Belton, TX to Dublin, TX is about 101.6 miles (163.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87.9 miles (141.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 10m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Liberty County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Belton and Dublin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Belton and Dublin.
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Start on South Main Street
2.8 mi · 6 min · South Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 317
4.9 mi · 7 min · State Highway 317
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Turn slight right
986 ft · 36 sec
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Turn straight onto Airport Road
26.9 mi · 36 min · Airport Road
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Continue on South Highway 36 Bypass
4.1 mi · 5 min · South Highway 36 Bypass
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Continue on State Highway 36
28.9 mi · 32 min · State Highway 36
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Turn right onto North Rice Street
1.2 mi · 1 min · North Rice Street
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Continue on North US Highway 281
10.8 mi · 11 min · North US Highway 281
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Turn left onto West FM 219
5.6 mi · 10 min · West FM 219
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Continue on West FM 219
15.7 mi · 20 min · West FM 219
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Blackjack Street
2448 ft · 41 sec · East Blackjack Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Blackjack Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Belton and Dublin.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
State Highway 36
Continue on State Highway 36
28.9 mi · 00h 32m
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.
Sunny leaving Belton and Sunny near Dublin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Belton to Dublin?
The road trip is about 101.6 miles (163.5 km) and usually takes 02h 10m 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?
Ames is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.8 miles from Belton and 50.8 miles from Dublin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.9 miles (141.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.7 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:10 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.35 one way or $24.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Belton and Sunny near Dublin.
Stop Ideas Near Ames
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ames.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Belton and Dublin. Straight-line distance: 87.89 mi (141.44 km).
#1 Belton
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 23,196 |
| Coordinates | 31.0560100, -97.4644500 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dublin
City in Texas
| Population | 3,552 |
| Coordinates | 32.0851400, -98.3419900 |
| Altitude | 446 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dublin (-98.34199, 32.08514)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 163 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
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 | $3.45 | $12.35 | $24.70 |
| Mid-grade | $3.95 | $14.15 | $28.30 |
| Premium | $4.33 | $15.51 | $31.02 |
| Diesel | $5.57 | $19.93 | $39.85 |
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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