How far is Gatesville, TX from Killeen, TX?
The driving distance from Gatesville, TX to Killeen, TX is about 36.2 miles (58.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22 miles (35.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m 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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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gatesville and Killeen.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gatesville and Killeen.
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Start on the route
46 m · 13 sec
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Turn right
23 m · 8 sec
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Turn right onto East Main Street
2.4 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto FM 116
22.4 mi · 28 min · FM 116
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Continue on Farm-to-Market Road 116
1183 ft · 24 sec · Farm-to-Market Road 116
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Keep slight right to continue on Farm-to-Market Road 116
1281 ft · 33 sec · Farm-to-Market Road 116
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Turn left onto Highway 9
3.3 mi · 4 min · Highway 9
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Merge slight right
1838 ft · 23 sec
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Continue on Central Texas Expressway
4.1 mi · 4 min · Central Texas Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward T.J. Mills Boulevard
1231 ft · 30 sec
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Continue on West Veterans Memorial Boulevard
3 mi · 5 min · West Veterans Memorial Boulevard
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Turn left
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 Gatesville and Killeen.
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.
FM 116
Turn left onto FM 116
22.4 mi · 00h 28m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Gatesville 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 Gatesville to Killeen?
The road trip is about 36.2 miles (58.3 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Copperas Cove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.1 miles from Gatesville and 18.1 miles from Killeen.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22 miles (35.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.2 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 4:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.84 one way or $9.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Gatesville and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Killeen.
Stop Ideas Near Copperas Cove
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 Copperas Cove.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gatesville and Killeen. Straight-line distance: 22 mi (35.4 km).
#1 Gatesville
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 12,550 |
| Coordinates | 31.4351600, -97.7439100 |
| Altitude | 246 |
| 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: 58 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
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 | $4.84 | $9.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.44 | $10.89 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $5.88 | $11.75 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $5.11 | $10.22 |
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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