How far is Kilgore, TX from Gladewater, TX?
The driving distance from Kilgore, TX to Gladewater, TX is about 13.5 miles (21.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 11.1 miles (17.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kilgore and Gladewater.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kilgore and Gladewater.
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Start on East Main Street
797 ft · 28 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto Gladewater Street
2705 ft · 1 min · Gladewater Street
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Turn right onto State Highway 135 North
10.9 mi · 12 min · State Highway 135 North
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Continue on South Tyler Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · South Tyler Street
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Continue on South Main Street
1780 ft · 25 sec · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kilgore and Gladewater.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
State Highway 135 North
Turn right onto State Highway 135 North
10.9 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Kilgore and Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Gladewater.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kilgore to Gladewater?
The road trip is about 13.5 miles (21.7 km) and usually takes 00h 16m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Liberty City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.8 miles from Kilgore and 6.7 miles from Gladewater.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11.1 miles (17.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.81 one way or $3.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Kilgore and Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Gladewater.
Stop Ideas Near Liberty City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kilgore and Gladewater. Straight-line distance: 11.09 mi (17.85 km).
#1 Kilgore
Small city in Gregg County, Texas
| Population | 14,857 |
| Coordinates | 32.3862600, -94.8757700 |
| Altitude | 109 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gladewater
City in Gregg County, Texas, United States
| Population | 6,352 |
| Coordinates | 32.5365300, -94.9427200 |
| Altitude | 111 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gladewater (-94.94272, 32.53653)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 22 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 10m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $1.81 | $3.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.04 | $4.08 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $2.20 | $4.41 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $1.92 | $3.83 |
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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