How far is Gholson, TX from Austin, TX?
The driving distance from Gholson, TX to Austin, TX is about 118.6 miles (190.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 103.9 miles (167.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 01m 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 00m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gholson and Austin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gholson and Austin.
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Start on Wildcat Circle
17 m · 3 sec · Wildcat Circle
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Turn right onto Gholson Road
10.1 mi · 15 min · Gholson Road
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Turn left onto Industrial Boulevard
1 km · 1 min · Industrial Boulevard
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Continue on North Loop 340
1012 ft · 23 sec · North Loop 340
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Turn slight right
90 m · 11 sec
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Turn straight onto North Interstate 35
1795 ft · 36 sec · North Interstate 35
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 35 South, US 77 South
1829 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
2691 ft · 35 sec · Purple Heart Trail
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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 left
55.8 mi · 59 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Purple Heart Trail
2.4 mi · 3 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward 8th–3rd Streets, Huston-Tillotson University
1096 ft · 27 sec
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Turn straight onto North Interstate 35
948 ft · 27 sec · North Interstate 35
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Turn right onto East 6th Street
2578 ft · 1 min · East 6th Street
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Turn left onto Congress Avenue
109 m · 18 sec · Congress Avenue
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Turn left onto East 5th Street
8 m · 1 sec · East 5th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gholson and Austin.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Purple Heart Trail
Keep slight left
55.8 mi · 00h 59m
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 Gholson and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Austin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gholson to Austin?
The road trip is about 118.6 miles (190.9 km) and usually takes 02h 00m 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?
Belton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58 miles from Gholson and 60.6 miles from Austin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 103.9 miles (167.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.7 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 2:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.80 one way or $31.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Gholson and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Austin.
Stop Ideas Near Belton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gholson and Austin. Straight-line distance: 103.86 mi (167.15 km).
#1 Gholson
City in McLennan County, Texas, United States
| Population | 1,127 |
| Coordinates | 31.7010000, -97.2164000 |
| Altitude | 131 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Austin
The eleventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the Austin metropolitan area.
| Population | 995,484 |
| Coordinates | 30.2671500, -97.7430600 |
| Altitude | 149 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 5th Street (-97.743073, 30.267115)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 191 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
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 | $15.80 | $31.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.77 | $35.55 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $19.19 | $38.38 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $16.69 | $33.38 |
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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