How far is Killeen, TX from Ennis, TX?
The driving distance from Killeen, TX to Ennis, TX is about 130.2 miles (209.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 105.9 miles (170.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 30m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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 Texas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Killeen and Ennis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Killeen and Ennis.
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Start on the route
23 m · 11 sec
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Turn left
25 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
5.1 mi · 9 min · East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
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Turn slight right onto Edwards Drive
2510 ft · 55 sec · Edwards Drive
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Take the ramp straight toward I 14 East, US 190 East
3164 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Central Texas Expressway
10.7 mi · 11 min · Central Texas Expressway
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
37.8 mi · 39 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Continue on South Jack Kultgen Expressway
6.6 mi · 8 min · South Jack Kultgen Expressway
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
33 mi · 33 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35E: Dallas
13.9 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Derrs Chapel Road
1467 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right onto Derrs Chapel Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · Derrs Chapel Road
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Turn right onto Dale Evans Drive
737 ft · 13 sec · Dale Evans Drive
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Continue on Main Street
2464 ft · 41 sec · Main Street
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Turn straight onto State Highway 34
5.8 mi · 9 min · State Highway 34
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Continue on West Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
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Turn straight onto Southwest State Highway 34
1.1 mi · 2 min · Southwest State Highway 34
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Continue on West State Highway 34
4.9 mi · 7 min · West State Highway 34
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Continue on Sycamore Street
1832 ft · 31 sec · Sycamore Street
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Continue on West State Highway 34
4.7 mi · 7 min · West State Highway 34
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Continue on Lake Bardwell Drive
1.5 km · 1 min · Lake Bardwell Drive
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Continue on Creechville Road
945 ft · 25 sec · Creechville Road
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Turn left onto South Kaufman Street
1.2 km · 1 min · South Kaufman Street
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Turn left
27 m · 8 sec
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Turn right
10 m · 2 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 Killeen and Ennis.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Purple Heart Trail
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
37.8 mi · 00h 39m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Killeen and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Ennis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Killeen to Ennis?
The road trip is about 130.2 miles (209.6 km) and usually takes 02h 30m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Northcrest is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65.2 miles from Killeen and 65.1 miles from Ennis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 105.9 miles (170.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.38 one way or $34.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Killeen and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Ennis.
Stop Ideas Near Northcrest
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 Northcrest.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Killeen and Ennis. Straight-line distance: 105.89 mi (170.42 km).
#1 Killeen
The 11th most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 153,991 |
| Coordinates | 31.1171200, -97.7278000 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ennis
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 20,678 |
| Coordinates | 32.3293100, -96.6252700 |
| Altitude | 164 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ennis (-96.62527, 32.32931)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 210 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 37m |
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 | $17.38 | $34.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.56 | $39.12 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $21.12 | $42.24 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $18.37 | $36.74 |
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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