How far is Ingleside, TX from Killeen, TX?
The driving distance from Ingleside, TX to Killeen, TX is about 255.7 miles (411.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 225.9 miles (363.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 30m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 45m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ingleside and Killeen.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ingleside and Killeen.
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Start on South Main Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on FM 1069
6.8 mi · 10 min · FM 1069
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Turn left onto State Highway 188
7.2 mi · 7 min · State Highway 188
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Turn right onto Farm to Market Road 136
10 mi · 12 min · Farm to Market Road 136
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Continue straight
9.6 mi · 10 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto South Alamo Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · South Alamo Street
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Continue on North Alamo Street
1.2 km · 1 min · North Alamo Street
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Continue on US Highway 183
22.6 mi · 24 min · US Highway 183
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Continue on South Jefferson Street
3.7 mi · 6 min · South Jefferson Street
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Continue on North US Highway 183
28.6 mi · 32 min · North US Highway 183
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Continue on South Esplanade Street
2.8 mi · 4 min · South Esplanade Street
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Continue on North US Highway 183
22.7 mi · 25 min · North US Highway 183
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Continue straight
6 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
19.8 mi · 23 min
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Turn right onto South Magnolia Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Magnolia Avenue
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Continue on US 183
10.1 mi · 12 min · US 183
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Continue on South Colorado Street
4.9 mi · 9 min · South Colorado Street
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Continue on United States Highway 183
1282 ft · 17 sec · United States Highway 183
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Keep slight left to continue on TX 130 Toll North: Austin, Waco
2447 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pickle Parkway
58.5 mi · 55 min · Pickle Parkway
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Keep slight right to continue on TX 195 North: Florence, Killeen
874 ft · 21 sec
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Continue on North Interstate 35
1424 ft · 26 sec · North Interstate 35
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Turn left onto State Highway 195
34 mi · 38 min · State Highway 195
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Turn slight right
80 m · 10 sec
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Turn slight right onto West Veterans Memorial Boulevard
1.4 km · 2 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 Ingleside and Killeen.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Pickle Parkway
Merge slight left onto Pickle Parkway
58.5 mi · 00h 55m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ingleside 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 Ingleside to Killeen?
The road trip is about 255.7 miles (411.5 km) and usually takes 04h 45m 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?
Gonzales is a useful midpoint, sitting about 128.1 miles from Ingleside and 127.6 miles from Killeen.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 225.9 miles (363.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.8 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 7:30 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.09 one way or $68.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 80.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Ingleside and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Killeen.
Stop Ideas Near Gonzales
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 Gonzales.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ingleside and Killeen. Straight-line distance: 225.96 mi (363.64 km).
#1 Ingleside
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 10,043 |
| Coordinates | 27.8778000, -97.2116600 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| 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: 412 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 11m |
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 | $34.09 | $68.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $38.35 | $76.71 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $41.41 | $82.82 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $36.02 | $72.03 |
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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