How far is Horizon City, TX from Austin, TX?
Fastest route
The distance between Horizon City, Texas (79928) and Austin, Texas is approximately 562 miles (904 kilometers). The estimated travel time is around 8 hours and 30 minutes. To reach Austin from Horizon City, you'll primarily be taking I-10 E and US-290 E before merging onto TX-1 Loop N. From there, you'll continue onto W Cesar Chavez St and make a left turn onto Congress Ave.
Directions
- Start your journey by getting on I-10 E from Horizon Blvd.
- Head northwest toward Darrington Rd.
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Darrington Rd.
- Turn right onto Horizon Blvd.
- Turn left onto Gtwy Blvd E.
- Use the left lane to take the ramp onto I-10 E.
- Continue driving on I-10 E until you reach Kimble County.
- Take exit 477 from I-10 E.
- Keep right at the fork to stay on I-10 E, following the signs for San Antonio.
- Take exit 477 for US-290 E toward Fredericksburg/Johnson City/Austin.
- Continue on US-290 E.
- Slight right onto US-281 S/US-290 E.
- Slight left onto US-290 E.
- Pass by Whataburger (on the right in 0.5 mi) and keep right to stay on US-290 E.
- Drive along TX-1 Loop N and take the exit toward 5th St/Lake Austin Blvd/Cesar Chavez St from TX-1 Loop N.
- Keep left to continue on TX-71 E/US-290 E.
- Use the right 2 lanes to merge onto TX-1 Loop N.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take the exit toward 5th St/Lake Austin Blvd/Cesar Chavez St.
- Keep right at the fork, following the signs for West Cesar Chavez St.
- Continue on W Cesar Chavez St, passing by the lake on the right after 1.2 miles.
- Finally, turn left onto Congress Ave, and you will have reached your destination in Austin.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ Make sure to follow the signs for I-10 E when getting on the highway from Horizon Blvd.
- ⛽ It's a long journey, so consider refueling your vehicle before hitting the road.
- 🚗 Stay alert and observe the speed limits along the way for a safe trip.
- 🍽️ Pack some snacks and drinks for the drive to keep yourself refreshed.
- 🚫 Avoid road closures on I-10 E by taking the fastest route, which is suggested on Google Maps.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 08h 25m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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 Pecos County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Horizon City and Austin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Horizon City and Austin.
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Start on Jasper Drive
20 m · 8 sec · Jasper Drive
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Turn left onto Darrington Road
780 ft · 18 sec · Darrington Road
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Turn right onto Alderwood Manor Drive
1.2 km · 2 min · Alderwood Manor Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Ashford Street
535 ft · 19 sec · Ashford Street
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Turn right onto Horizon Boulevard
2.5 mi · 5 min · Horizon Boulevard
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Turn left onto Gateway Boulevard East
3143 ft · 1 min · Gateway Boulevard East
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Take the ramp straight toward I 10 East
772 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left
148.2 mi · 2 hr 21 min
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Keep slight right
290.2 mi · 4 hr 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 290 East: Fredericksburg
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue on US Highway 290
39 mi · 42 min · US Highway 290
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Continue on West Main Street
3.5 mi · 8 min · West Main Street
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Continue on East US Highway 290
27.2 mi · 31 min · East US Highway 290
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Continue on West Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
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Take the exit slight right
724 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left onto South US Highway 281
5.4 mi · 6 min · South US Highway 281
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Turn slight left onto East US Highway 290
30.9 mi · 38 min · East US Highway 290
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Continue on West US Highway 290
1424 ft · 18 sec · West US Highway 290
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Take the exit slight left
892 ft · 22 sec
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Continue on West US Highway 290
2 mi · 2 min · West US Highway 290
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Continue straight
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Loop 1 North
1.1 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto South Mopac Expressway
4 mi · 5 min · South Mopac Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward 5th Street, Lake Austin Boulevard, Cesar Chavez Street
659 ft · 12 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on West 5th Street, Lake Austin Boulevard
775 ft · 15 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on 5th Street
37 m · 2 sec
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Turn straight onto West 5th Street
1.6 mi · 4 min · West 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 Horizon City and Austin.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 10 East
Keep slight right
290 mi · 04h 32m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Sunny leaving Horizon City and Mostly Sunny near Austin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Horizon City to Austin?
The road trip is about 561.8 miles (904.2 km) and usually takes 08h 25m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Iraan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 280.4 miles from Horizon City and 281.4 miles from Austin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 510.8 miles (822.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 51 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 7:30 AM MDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $74.94 one way or $149.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 176.2 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Horizon City and Austin, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Horizon City and Mostly Sunny near Austin.
Stop Ideas Near Iraan
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 Iraan.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Horizon City and Austin. Straight-line distance: 510.84 mi (822.12 km).
#1 Horizon City
City in El Paso County, Texas, United States
| Population | 19,642 |
| Coordinates | 31.6926100, -106.2074800 |
| Altitude | 1226 |
| 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: 904 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 18h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 14h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 11h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 09h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 08h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 07h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $74.94 | $149.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $84.32 | $168.63 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $91.04 | $182.08 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $79.18 | $158.36 |
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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