How far is Boerne, TX from Killeen, TX?
The driving distance from Boerne, TX to Killeen, TX is about 137.9 miles (221.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 109.2 miles (175.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 36m 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 02h 48m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Burnet County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Boerne and Killeen.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Boerne and Killeen.
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Start on East Blanco Road
20 m · 9 sec · East Blanco Road
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1967 ft · 60 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto River Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · River Road
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Continue on State Highway 46 East
7.9 mi · 10 min · State Highway 46 East
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Turn left onto FM 3351 North
11.8 mi · 15 min · FM 3351 North
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Ranch Road 473
7.5 mi · 10 min · Ranch Road 473
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South US Highway 281
8.4 mi · 10 min · South US Highway 281
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Continue on Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on North US Highway 281
28.9 mi · 32 min · North US Highway 281
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Continue on South US Highway 281
17.1 mi · 22 min · South US Highway 281
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Continue on South Water Street
3.6 mi · 6 min · South Water Street
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Continue on North US Highway 281
19.6 mi · 21 min · North US Highway 281
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Turn right onto E E Ohnmeiss Drive
1209 ft · 32 sec · E E Ohnmeiss Drive
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Continue on Central Texas Expressway
25.7 mi · 29 min · Central Texas Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward T.J. Mills Boulevard
1231 ft · 30 sec
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Continue on West Veterans Memorial Boulevard
3 mi · 5 min · West Veterans Memorial Boulevard
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Turn left
25 m · 8 sec
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Turn right
23 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Boerne and Killeen.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
North US Highway 281
Continue on North US Highway 281
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Boerne and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Killeen.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Boerne to Killeen?
The road trip is about 137.9 miles (221.9 km) and usually takes 02h 48m 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?
Cottonwood Shores is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69 miles from Boerne and 68.8 miles from Killeen.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 109.2 miles (175.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.7 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.40 one way or $36.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Boerne and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Killeen.
Stop Ideas Near Cottonwood Shores
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 Cottonwood Shores.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Boerne and Killeen. Straight-line distance: 109.21 mi (175.75 km).
#1 Boerne
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 19,066 |
| Coordinates | 29.7946600, -98.7319700 |
| Altitude | 430 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Killeen
The 11th most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 153,991 |
| Coordinates | 31.1171200, -97.7278000 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
End: Killeen (-97.7278, 31.11712)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 222 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 43m |
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 | $18.40 | $36.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.71 | $41.41 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $22.36 | $44.72 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $19.45 | $38.89 |
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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