How far is Dublin, TX from Belton, TX?
The driving distance from Dublin, TX to Belton, TX is about 101.2 miles (162.9 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
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dublin and Belton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dublin and Belton.
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Start on East Blackjack Street
2448 ft · 43 sec · East Blackjack Street
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Turn right onto Liberty Street
15.7 mi · 20 min · Liberty Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West FM 219
5.6 mi · 10 min · West FM 219
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Turn right onto North US Highway 281
10.8 mi · 11 min · North US Highway 281
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Continue on North Rice Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · North Rice Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
28.9 mi · 32 min · East Main Street
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Continue on North Highway 36 Bypass
4.1 mi · 5 min · North Highway 36 Bypass
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Continue on Highway 36
26.7 mi · 36 min · Highway 36
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Turn straight
1646 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight onto State Highway 317
4.7 mi · 7 min · State Highway 317
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Continue on North Main Street
2.8 mi · 6 min · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dublin and Belton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Main Street
Turn left onto East Main Street
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 Dublin and Sunny near Belton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dublin to Belton?
The road trip is about 101.2 miles (162.9 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 50.6 miles from Dublin and 50.6 miles from Belton.
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 13.3 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 $12.32 one way or $24.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Dublin and Sunny near Belton.
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 Dublin and Belton. Straight-line distance: 87.89 mi (141.44 km).
#1 Dublin
City in Texas
| Population | 3,552 |
| Coordinates | 32.0851400, -98.3419900 |
| Altitude | 446 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Belton
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 23,196 |
| Coordinates | 31.0560100, -97.4644500 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
End: Belton (-97.46445, 31.05601)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 163 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 15m |
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 | $12.32 | $24.63 |
| Mid-grade | $3.95 | $14.11 | $28.22 |
| Premium | $4.33 | $15.47 | $30.93 |
| Diesel | $5.57 | $19.87 | $39.74 |
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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