How far is Cedar Hill, TX from Killeen, TX?
The driving distance from Cedar Hill, TX to Killeen, TX is about 144.2 miles (232 km), with a travel time of about 02h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 111.3 miles (179.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 13m 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 36m.
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Halfway Point
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City in McLennan County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cedar Hill and Killeen.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Hill and Killeen.
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Start on Cedar Street
23 m · 7 sec · Cedar Street
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Turn left onto Houston Street
1686 ft · 49 sec · Houston Street
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Turn left onto Jefferson Street
1126 ft · 34 sec · Jefferson Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Highway 67
1851 ft · 29 sec · South Highway 67
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Take the ramp slight left toward US 67 South
1035 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left onto South J Elmer Weaver Freeway
20.3 mi · 23 min · South J Elmer Weaver Freeway
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Turn left onto North Baugh Street
1 km · 1 min · North Baugh Street
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Turn straight onto East College Street
552 ft · 15 sec · East College Street
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Turn left onto South Sparks Street
1.3 km · 2 min · South Sparks Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Parkway Drive
772 ft · 15 sec · South Parkway Drive
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Continue straight
148 m · 23 sec
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Turn left
808 ft · 22 sec
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 35W South
806 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
57.6 mi · 58 min
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Continue on North Jack Kultgen Expressway
6.6 mi · 8 min · North Jack Kultgen Expressway
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
37.9 mi · 39 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Keep slight right to continue on Central Texas Expressway
13.1 mi · 14 min · Central Texas Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward FM 3470: Rosewood Drive, Stan Schlueter Loop
1346 ft · 33 sec
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Turn straight onto West Central Texas Expressway
2.9 mi · 3 min · West Central Texas Expressway
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Turn right onto South W.S. Young Drive
1.3 mi · 3 min · South W.S. Young Drive
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Turn left onto East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
1 mi · 2 min · East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
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Turn right
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 Cedar Hill and Killeen.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 35W South
Merge slight left
57.6 mi · 00h 59m
Route Summary
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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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Cedar Hill 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 Cedar Hill to Killeen?
The road trip is about 144.2 miles (232 km) and usually takes 02h 36m 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?
Ross is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.2 miles from Cedar Hill and 72 miles from Killeen.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 111.3 miles (179.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.9 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 1:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.24 one way or $38.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Cedar Hill and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Killeen.
Stop Ideas Near Ross
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cedar Hill and Killeen. Straight-line distance: 111.29 mi (179.11 km).
#1 Cedar Hill
A city in Dallas County, Texas.
| Population | 47,820 |
| Coordinates | 32.5884700, -96.9561200 |
| Altitude | 253 |
| 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: 232 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 47m |
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 | $19.24 | $38.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.64 | $43.29 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $23.37 | $46.74 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $20.32 | $40.65 |
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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