How far is Killeen, TX from Farmers Branch, TX?

The driving distance from Killeen, TX to Farmers Branch, TX is about 165.3 miles (266 km), with a travel time of about 03h 00m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 134.2 miles (215.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
165.26 mi
03h 00m
Flight
134.17 mi
215.93 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
134.17 mi
Kilometers
215.93 km
Flight Time
00h 16m

Driving Distance

Road route
165.26 mi
Kilometers
265.96 km
Drive Time
03h 00m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 00m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Farmers Branch
Thu, Apr 23, 12:45 AM CDT
Return by in Killeen
Thu, Apr 23, 3:45 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Killeen
2026-04-22T21:45
Arrive Farmers Branch
Thu, Apr 23, 12:45 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 00m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:30 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Killeen
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Abbott
TX

City in Texas

From Killeen
82.8 mi
01h 30m
To Farmers Branch
82.5 mi
01h 30m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
78°F
Wednesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SSE
Destination
77°F
Wednesday

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Killeen and Farmers Branch.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Killeen and Farmers Branch.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    23 m · 11 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left

    25 m · 11 sec

  3. 3

    Turn left onto East Veterans Memorial Boulevard

    5.1 mi · 9 min · East Veterans Memorial Boulevard

  4. 4

    Turn slight right onto Edwards Drive

    2510 ft · 55 sec · Edwards Drive

  5. 5

    Take the ramp straight toward I 14 East, US 190 East

    3164 ft · 1 min

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Central Texas Expressway

    10.7 mi · 11 min · Central Texas Expressway

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail

    37.8 mi · 39 min · Purple Heart Trail

  8. 8

    Continue on South Jack Kultgen Expressway

    6.6 mi · 8 min · South Jack Kultgen Expressway

  9. 9

    Continue on Purple Heart Trail

    33 mi · 33 min · Purple Heart Trail

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on I 35E: Dallas

    62.5 mi · 1 hr 7 min

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on North Stemmons Freeway

    7.3 mi · 9 min · North Stemmons Freeway

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward Valley View Lane

    1952 ft · 48 sec

  13. 13

    Turn straight onto North Stemmons Freeway

    1504 ft · 37 sec · North Stemmons Freeway

  14. 14

    Turn right onto Valley View Lane

    1183 ft · 39 sec · Valley View Lane

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Bee Street

    972 ft · 45 sec · Bee Street

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Bee Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Killeen and Farmers Branch.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
16 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Purple Heart Trail
70.8 mi · 43%
I 35E
62.5 mi · 38%
Central Texas Expressway
10.7 mi · 6%
North Stemmons Freeway
7.58 mi · 5%
South Jack Kultgen Expressway
6.63 mi · 4%
East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
5.14 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

I 35E

Keep slight right to continue on I 35E: Dallas

62.5 mi · 01h 07m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 00m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
06h 00m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+31.1 mi
134.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Abbott
01h 30m from Killeen
Leave By
12:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Killeen and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Farmers Branch.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Killeen to Farmers Branch?

The road trip is about 165.3 miles (266 km) and usually takes 03h 00m 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?

Abbott is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82.8 miles from Killeen and 82.5 miles from Farmers Branch.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 134.2 miles (215.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:30 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.03 one way or $44.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.8 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 near Farmers Branch.

Stop Ideas Near Abbott

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Abbott and the surrounding midpoint area.
Historic City Hall
Scenic stop 8.8 mi away

Historic City Hall

Hillsboro , TX
127/129 E Franklin St, Hillsboro, TX 76645
Rating 4.6/5 24 reviews Museum
Stop photo coming soon
Meeting point 14.5 mi away

Whitney City Hall

Whitney , TX
115 W Jefferson Ave, Whitney, TX 76692
Rating 3.5/5 4 reviews City government office
Town Hall Estates Nursing
Nearby stop 14.6 mi away

Town Hall Estates Nursing

Whitney , TX
101 S San Marcos St, Whitney, TX 76692
Rating 4.5/5 34 reviews Non-profit organization

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Abbott.

BUS

Waco, TX

37 mi away
301 South 8th Street
RAIL

Cleburne

59 mi away
206 North Border St.
RAIL

McGregor

59 mi away
1 Amtrak Blvd.
RAIL

Temple

91 mi away
315 West Ave B

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Killeen and Farmers Branch. Straight-line distance: 134.17 mi (215.93 km).

Killeen

#1 Killeen

The 11th most populous city in Texas.

Population153,991
Coordinates31.1171200, -97.7278000
Altitude252
CountryUnited States
Farmers Branch

#2 Farmers Branch

A city in Dallas County, Texas.

Population51,373
Coordinates32.9265100, -96.8961200
Altitude141
CountryUnited States
Start: Killeen (-97.7278, 31.11712)
End: Farmers Branch (-96.89612, 32.92651)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 266 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 30m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 07m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 18m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 45m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 21m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 03m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.83 gal
22.07 L · about $22.03
Round trip
$44.06
11.66 gal · 44.14 L
Estimated CO2
51.8 kg one way
Round trip: 103.6 kg / 228 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $22.03 $44.06
Mid-grade $4.25 $24.79 $49.58
Premium $4.59 $26.77 $53.53
Diesel $3.99 $23.28 $46.56

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Texas · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Killeen and Farmers Branch. The current time is 21:45:18.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.