How far is Brenham, TX from Killeen, TX?

The driving distance from Brenham, TX to Killeen, TX is about 138.6 miles (223.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 35m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 102.8 miles (165.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 11m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
138.64 mi
02h 35m
Flight
102.77 mi
165.39 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
102.77 mi
Kilometers
165.39 km
Flight Time
00h 12m

Driving Distance

Road route
138.64 mi
Kilometers
223.12 km
Drive Time
02h 35m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 35m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Killeen
Thu, Apr 23, 10:33 AM CDT
Return by in Brenham
Thu, Apr 23, 1:09 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Brenham
2026-04-23T07:57
Arrive Killeen
Thu, Apr 23, 10:33 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 35m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:36 AM to 12:36 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:18 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Brenham
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Elgin
TX

City in Bastrop and Travis Counties in the U.

From Brenham
69.3 mi
01h 17m
To Killeen
69.3 mi
01h 17m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
84°F
Thursday

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S
Destination
82°F
Thursday

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Brenham and Killeen.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brenham and Killeen.

  1. 1

    Start on East Alamo Street

    49 m · 9 sec · East Alamo Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto South Baylor Street

    70 m · 16 sec · South Baylor Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto East Main Street

    1.6 mi · 3 min · East Main Street

  4. 4

    Continue on US Highway 290 West

    53.2 mi · 59 min · US Highway 290 West

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    21.4 mi · 25 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward US 290, FM 734: Parmer Lane

    1562 ft · 22 sec

  7. 7

    Continue on East US Highway 290

    1032 ft · 17 sec · East US Highway 290

  8. 8

    Turn right onto East Parmer Lane

    1.3 km · 1 min · East Parmer Lane

  9. 9

    Take the ramp right toward TX 45 Toll North, TX 130 Toll North

    605 ft · 15 sec

  10. 10

    Continue on TX 45 Toll North, TX 130 Toll North

    1400 ft · 34 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight left onto Pickle Parkway

    25.3 mi · 24 min · Pickle Parkway

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on TX 195 North: Florence, Killeen

    874 ft · 21 sec

  13. 13

    Continue on North Interstate 35

    1424 ft · 26 sec · North Interstate 35

  14. 14

    Turn left onto State Highway 195

    34 mi · 38 min · State Highway 195

  15. 15

    Turn slight right

    80 m · 10 sec

  16. 16

    Turn slight right onto West Veterans Memorial Boulevard

    1.4 km · 2 min · West Veterans Memorial Boulevard

  17. 17

    Turn left

    25 m · 8 sec

  18. 18

    Turn right

    23 m · 5 sec

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Brenham and Killeen.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
19 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
13.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US Highway 290 West
74.6 mi · 54%
State Highway 195
34 mi · 25%
Pickle Parkway
25.3 mi · 18%
East Main Street
1.6 mi · 1%
West Veterans Memorial Boulevard
0.88 mi · 1%
East Parmer Lane
0.84 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

US Highway 290 West

Continue on US Highway 290 West

53.2 mi · 00h 59m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 35m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+35.8 mi
102.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Elgin
01h 17m from Brenham
Leave By
1:18 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy leaving Brenham and Mostly Cloudy near Killeen.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Brenham to Killeen?

The road trip is about 138.6 miles (223.1 km) and usually takes 02h 35m 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?

Elgin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.3 miles from Brenham and 69.3 miles from Killeen.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 102.8 miles (165.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:18 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.48 one way or $36.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Brenham and Mostly Cloudy near Killeen.

Stop Ideas Near Elgin

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Elgin, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Elgin.

RAIL

Taylor

24 mi away
118 East First St.
RAIL

Austin

38 mi away
250 North Lamar Blvd.
RAIL

San Marcos Station

75 mi away
338 South Guadalupe St.
RAIL

Temple

83 mi away
315 West Ave B

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Brenham and Killeen. Straight-line distance: 102.77 mi (165.39 km).

Brenham

#1 Brenham

City in Texas

Population17,736
Coordinates30.1668800, -96.3977400
Altitude104
CountryUnited States
Killeen

#2 Killeen

The 11th most populous city in Texas.

Population153,991
Coordinates31.1171200, -97.7278000
Altitude252
CountryUnited States
Start: Brenham (-96.39774, 30.16688)
End: Killeen (-97.7278, 31.11712)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 223 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 37m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 27m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 46m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 18m
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.

One-way fuel
4.89 gal
18.52 L · about $18.48
Round trip
$36.96
9.78 gal · 37.04 L
Estimated CO2
43.5 kg one way
Round trip: 86.9 kg / 192 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $18.48 $36.96
Mid-grade $4.25 $20.79 $41.58
Premium $4.59 $22.45 $44.90
Diesel $3.99 $19.53 $39.05

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Texas · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Brenham and Killeen. The current time is 07:57:41.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.