How far is Buda, TX from Wimberley, TX?
The driving distance from Buda, TX to Wimberley, TX is about 22.7 miles (36.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.6 miles (26.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Hays County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buda and Wimberley.
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Start on North Main Street
2705 ft · 58 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto Jack C Hays Trail
6.1 mi · 9 min · Jack C Hays Trail
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Turn right onto Ranch Road 150 West
6.5 mi · 9 min · Ranch Road 150 West
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Ranch Road 3237
64 m · 5 sec · Ranch Road 3237
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Exit the roundabout onto Ranch Road 3237
5.2 mi · 6 min · Ranch Road 3237
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Continue on Ranch to Market Road 3237
3.8 mi · 6 min · Ranch to Market Road 3237
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Turn right onto Old Kyle Road
2184 ft · 1 min · Old Kyle Road
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Continue on Ranch Road 12
904 ft · 22 sec · Ranch Road 12
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Ranch Road 12
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Buda and Wimberley.
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.
Ranch Road 150 West
Turn right onto Ranch Road 150 West
6.54 mi · 00h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Buda and Mostly Cloudy near Wimberley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Buda to Wimberley?
The road trip is about 22.7 miles (36.6 km) and usually takes 00h 33m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mountain City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.4 miles from Buda and 11.4 miles from Wimberley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.6 miles (26.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.02 one way or $6.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Buda and Mostly Cloudy near Wimberley.
Stop Ideas Near Mountain City
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 Buda and Wimberley. Straight-line distance: 16.6 mi (26.71 km).
#1 Buda
City in Hays County, Texas, United States
| Population | 17,544 |
| Coordinates | 30.0852100, -97.8402800 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wimberley
City in Texas
| Population | 3,422 |
| Coordinates | 29.9974400, -98.0986200 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wimberley (-98.09862, 29.99744)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 37 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
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 | $3.02 | $6.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.40 | $6.80 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $3.67 | $7.35 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $3.19 | $6.39 |
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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