How far is Indian Hills, TX from San Antonio, TX?
The driving distance from Indian Hills, TX to San Antonio, TX is about 245.4 miles (394.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 224.7 miles (361.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Indian Hills and San Antonio.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indian Hills and San Antonio.
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Start on Mile 11 North Road
1817 ft · 50 sec · Mile 11 North Road
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Continue on Mile 11 North Road
54 m · 6 sec · Mile 11 North Road
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Turn left onto North Farm to Market Road 491
4.3 mi · 8 min · North Farm to Market Road 491
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Keep slight left
1.5 km · 2 min
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Turn straight
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Mile 16½ North Road
1 mi · 2 min · Mile 16½ North Road
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Continue on East Santa Rosa Avenue
9.1 mi · 14 min · East Santa Rosa Avenue
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Turn right onto Richardson Road
1.5 km · 1 min · Richardson Road
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Continue on East Schunior Street
2604 ft · 40 sec · East Schunior Street
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Continue on East Richardson Street
1.4 km · 1 min · East Richardson Street
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Continue on East Richardson Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Richardson Road
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Turn right onto North Expressway 281
55 m · 4 sec · North Expressway 281
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 69C North, US 281 North
1438 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
71.5 mi · 1 hr 16 min
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Keep slight right
70.2 mi · 1 hr 20 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Nueces Street
14.7 mi · 19 min · Nueces Street
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Continue straight
1199 ft · 16 sec
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Take the exit straight
68.8 mi · 1 hr 11 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 Indian Hills and San Antonio.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 69C North
Merge slight left
71.5 mi · 01h 16m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Indian Hills and Sunny near San Antonio.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Indian Hills to San Antonio?
The road trip is about 245.4 miles (394.9 km) and usually takes 03h 53m 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?
Alice is a useful midpoint, sitting about 124 miles from Indian Hills and 121.4 miles from San Antonio.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 224.7 miles (361.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:14 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.22 one way or $62.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 77 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Indian Hills and Sunny near San Antonio.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Indian Hills and San Antonio. Straight-line distance: 224.66 mi (361.56 km).
#1 Indian Hills
Indian Hills is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 26.2128500, -97.9163900 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| 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: 395 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 03m |
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 | $3.61 | $31.22 | $62.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.12 | $35.64 | $71.27 |
| Premium | $4.49 | $38.92 | $77.84 |
| Diesel | $5.71 | $49.45 | $98.90 |
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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