How far is Fulton, TX from San Antonio, TX?
The driving distance from Fulton, TX to San Antonio, TX is about 166.9 miles (268.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 128.9 miles (207.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 08m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 34m.
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
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City in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fulton and San Antonio.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fulton and San Antonio.
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Start on State Highway 35 North
8 m · 8 sec · State Highway 35 North
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Turn left onto FM 3036
1.4 mi · 2 min · FM 3036
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Turn left onto State Highway 35 Bypass
3.3 mi · 4 min · State Highway 35 Bypass
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Keep slight right to continue on State Highway 35 Bypass
3.7 mi · 4 min · State Highway 35 Bypass
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 188
3039 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto State Highway 188
41.4 mi · 55 min · State Highway 188
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Turn right onto I-37 Access Road
1127 ft · 23 sec · I-37 Access Road
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Take the ramp slight left
939 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
110 mi · 1 hr 52 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Commerce Street, Downtown, The Alamo
1358 ft · 33 sec
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Turn straight onto Interstate 37 South
116 m · 12 sec · Interstate 37 South
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Turn left onto East Commerce Street
1.4 km · 2 min · East Commerce Street
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Turn left onto Military Plaza
119 m · 16 sec · Military Plaza
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Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
100 m · 8 sec · Dolorosa Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dolorosa Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fulton and San Antonio.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-37 Access Road
Merge slight left
110 mi · 01h 52m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Fulton and Mostly Sunny near San Antonio.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fulton to San Antonio?
The road trip is about 166.9 miles (268.6 km) and usually takes 02h 34m 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?
George West is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.2 miles from Fulton and 85.7 miles from San Antonio.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 128.9 miles (207.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 38 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 1:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.26 one way or $44.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Fulton and Mostly Sunny near San Antonio.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fulton and San Antonio. Straight-line distance: 128.87 mi (207.4 km).
#1 Fulton
Town in Aransas County, Texas, United States
| Population | 1,480 |
| Coordinates | 28.0614000, -97.0411000 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
#2 San Antonio
The seventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the San Antonio metropolitan area.
| Population | 1,567,118 |
| Coordinates | 29.4241200, -98.4936300 |
| Altitude | 198 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dolorosa Street (-98.493645, 29.424163)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 269 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 04m |
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 | $22.26 | $44.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.04 | $50.09 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $27.04 | $54.08 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $23.52 | $47.04 |
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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