How far is Killeen, TX from Cinco Ranch, TX?
The driving distance from Killeen, TX to Cinco Ranch, TX is about 204.2 miles (328.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 151.1 miles (243.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 16m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 38m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Cloudy
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Killeen and Cinco Ranch.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Killeen and Cinco Ranch.
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Start on the route
23 m · 11 sec
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Turn left
25 m · 8 sec
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Turn right onto East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
1.5 km · 2 min · East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
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Turn left onto South Fort Hood Street
33.8 mi · 38 min · South Fort Hood Street
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Take the exit slight right
999 ft · 17 sec
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Continue on North Interstate 35
1035 ft · 16 sec · North Interstate 35
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Take the ramp straight toward TX 130 Toll South: San Antonio
858 ft · 21 sec
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Continue straight
37 mi · 35 min
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 71: Austin, Houston, Barbara Jordan Terminal, Austin–Bergstrom International Airport
1651 ft · 40 sec
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Turn straight onto State Highway 130
3226 ft · 2 min · State Highway 130
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Turn left onto East State Highway 71
126 m · 7 sec · East State Highway 71
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Take the ramp straight toward TX 71 East: Houston
1.2 km · 48 sec · East State Highway 71
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Continue on Texas State Highway 71
125.5 mi · 2 hr 12 min · Texas State Highway 71
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 99 Toll North, TX 99 South: Grand Parkway
2346 ft · 45 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on TX 99 South: Grand Parkway
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto West Grand Parkway South
1.9 mi · 2 min · West Grand Parkway South
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Take the exit slight right toward Cinco Ranch Boulevard
1263 ft · 26 sec
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Turn left onto Cinco Ranch Boulevard
1.6 km · 2 min · Cinco Ranch Boulevard
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Turn right onto Cinco Lakes Drive
904 ft · 27 sec · Cinco Lakes Drive
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Turn right onto Crystal Bay Drive
53 m · 8 sec · Crystal Bay Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Crystal Bay Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Killeen and Cinco Ranch.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Texas State Highway 71
Continue on Texas State Highway 71
126 mi · 02h 12m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Killeen and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cinco Ranch.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Killeen to Cinco Ranch?
The road trip is about 204.2 miles (328.6 km) and usually takes 03h 38m 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?
Smithville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 102.1 miles from Killeen and 102.1 miles from Cinco Ranch.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 151.1 miles (243.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 53.1 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 9:44 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.21 one way or $54.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 64 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Killeen and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cinco Ranch.
Stop Ideas Near Smithville
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 Killeen and Cinco Ranch. Straight-line distance: 151.12 mi (243.21 km).
#1 Killeen
The 11th most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 153,991 |
| Coordinates | 31.1171200, -97.7278000 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cinco Ranch
Census designated place
| Population | 18,274 |
| Coordinates | 29.7388400, -95.7580000 |
| Altitude | 34 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cinco Ranch (-95.758, 29.73884)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 329 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 32m |
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 | $27.21 | $54.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $30.61 | $61.23 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $33.06 | $66.11 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $28.75 | $57.50 |
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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