How far is Glen Rose, TX from New Braunfels, TX?
The driving distance from Glen Rose, TX to New Braunfels, TX is about 208.7 miles (335.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 176.3 miles (283.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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City in Lampasas County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Glen Rose and New Braunfels.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glen Rose and New Braunfels.
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Start on East Elm Street
20 m · 10 sec · East Elm Street
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Turn left onto Southwest Barnard Street
664 ft · 13 sec · Southwest Barnard Street
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Turn right onto Hereford Street
1794 ft · 33 sec · Hereford Street
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Turn left onto Southwest Big Bend Trail
11.9 mi · 14 min · Southwest Big Bend Trail
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Turn slight left
13.6 mi · 20 min
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Turn right onto East 2nd Street
663 ft · 9 sec · East 2nd Street
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Continue on West 2nd Street
1010 ft · 21 sec · West 2nd Street
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Turn left onto North Walnut Street
2995 ft · 39 sec · North Walnut Street
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Turn straight onto North US Highway 281
19 mi · 20 min · North US Highway 281
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Continue on North Rice Street
2.3 mi · 3 min · North Rice Street
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Continue on South US Highway 281
43.1 mi · 49 min · South US Highway 281
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Continue on North Key Avenue
2.3 mi · 5 min · North Key Avenue
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Continue on South US Highway 183
35.3 mi · 38 min · South US Highway 183
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Continue straight
2151 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on 183A Toll Road
14.3 mi · 14 min · 183A Toll Road
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Continue straight
11.6 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35 South: San Antonio
2251 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
2.5 mi · 3 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Keep slight left to continue on Purple Heart Trail
49.1 mi · 54 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward FM 725: Seguin Avenue, Lake McQueeney
1603 ft · 39 sec
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Continue on Interstate 35 North
110 m · 7 sec · Interstate 35 North
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Turn right onto South Seguin Avenue
1.1 mi · 3 min · South Seguin Avenue
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Enter the roundabout toward Main Plaza
792 ft · 27 sec · Main Plaza
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Plaza
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Glen Rose and New Braunfels.
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 to continue on Purple Heart Trail
49.1 mi · 00h 54m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Glen Rose and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New Braunfels.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Glen Rose to New Braunfels?
The road trip is about 208.7 miles (335.9 km) and usually takes 04h 00m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Kempner is a useful midpoint, sitting about 104.5 miles from Glen Rose and 104.2 miles from New Braunfels.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 176.3 miles (283.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:58 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.85 one way or $55.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Glen Rose and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New Braunfels.
Stop Ideas Near Kempner
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 Kempner.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Glen Rose and New Braunfels. Straight-line distance: 176.28 mi (283.69 km).
#1 Glen Rose
City in Somervell County, Texas, United States
| Population | 2,736 |
| Coordinates | 32.2345900, -97.7553100 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New Braunfels
The third most populous city in Comal County, Texas.
| Population | 95,534 |
| Coordinates | 29.7030000, -98.1244500 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
End: New Braunfels (-98.12445, 29.703)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 336 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 36m |
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 | $27.85 | $55.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $31.34 | $62.67 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $33.84 | $67.67 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $29.43 | $58.86 |
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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