How far is Killeen, TX from Kyle, TX?

The driving distance from Killeen, TX to Kyle, TX is about 88.1 miles (141.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 41m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 78.4 miles (126.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 22m 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
88.09 mi
01h 41m
Flight
78.44 mi
126.24 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
78.44 mi
Kilometers
126.24 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
88.09 mi
Kilometers
141.77 km
Drive Time
01h 41m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 41m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Kyle
Thu, Apr 23, 10:19 AM CDT
Return by in Killeen
Thu, Apr 23, 12:00 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Killeen
2026-04-23T08:38
Arrive Kyle
Thu, Apr 23, 10:19 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 41m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:41 AM to 11:41 AM CDT

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

Leave by
3:08 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

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Georgetown
TX

The most populous city in Williamson County, Texas.

From Killeen
44.1 mi
00h 50m
To Kyle
43.9 mi
00h 50m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Thursday

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph S
Destination
85°F
Thursday

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Killeen and Kyle.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    23 m · 11 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left

    25 m · 8 sec

  3. 3

    Turn right onto East Veterans Memorial Boulevard

    1.5 km · 2 min · East Veterans Memorial Boulevard

  4. 4

    Turn left onto South Fort Hood Street

    33.8 mi · 38 min · South Fort Hood Street

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right

    999 ft · 17 sec

  6. 6

    Continue on North Interstate 35

    1035 ft · 16 sec · North Interstate 35

  7. 7

    Continue on North Interstate 35

    2999 ft · 47 sec · North Interstate 35

  8. 8

    Take the ramp slight left toward I 35 South: Austin

    1852 ft · 45 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail

    27.9 mi · 30 min · Purple Heart Trail

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on Purple Heart Trail

    22.1 mi · 25 min · Purple Heart Trail

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward RM 150: Kyle

    1451 ft · 35 sec

  12. 12

    Turn straight onto South Interstate 35

    1.1 km · 1 min · South Interstate 35

  13. 13

    Continue on North Old Highway 81

    1907 ft · 38 sec · North Old Highway 81

  14. 14

    Continue on South Interstate 35

    2306 ft · 50 sec · South Interstate 35

  15. 15

    Turn right onto East Center Street

    1370 ft · 46 sec · East Center Street

  16. 16

    Turn right onto North Burleson Street

    34 m · 3 sec · North Burleson Street

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Burleson Street

Car Route Details

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

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
17 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
19.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Purple Heart Trail
50 mi · 57%
South Fort Hood Street
34 mi · 39%
South Interstate 35
1.11 mi · 1%
East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
0.92 mi · 1%
North Interstate 35
0.76 mi · 1%
North Old Highway 81
0.36 mi
Longest Stretch

South Fort Hood Street

Turn left onto South Fort Hood Street

33.8 mi · 00h 38m

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
01h 41m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 22m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.7 mi
78.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Georgetown
00h 50m from Killeen
Leave By
3:08 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy leaving Killeen and Mostly Cloudy near Kyle.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Killeen to Kyle?

The road trip is about 88.1 miles (141.8 km) and usually takes 01h 41m 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?

Georgetown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.1 miles from Killeen and 43.9 miles from Kyle.

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

The direct path is about 78.4 miles (126.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.7 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 3:08 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.75 one way or $23.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Killeen and Mostly Cloudy near Kyle.

Stop Ideas Near Georgetown

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Georgetown, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Taylor

27 mi away
118 East First St.
RAIL

Austin

41 mi away
250 North Lamar Blvd.
BUS

Killeen, Texas

55 mi away
200 East Avenue C
BUS

Fort Hood, Texas

57 mi away
Hood Road & Old Ironsides Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Killeen and Kyle. Straight-line distance: 78.44 mi (126.24 km).

Killeen

#1 Killeen

The 11th most populous city in Texas.

Population153,991
Coordinates31.1171200, -97.7278000
Altitude252
CountryUnited States
Kyle

#2 Kyle

A city in Hays County, Texas.

Population51,558
Coordinates29.9891100, -97.8772300
Altitude222
CountryUnited States
Start: Killeen (-97.7278, 31.11712)
End: Kyle (-97.87723, 29.98911)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 142 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 56m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 12m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 45m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 28m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 15m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 05m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.11 gal
11.77 L · about $11.75
Round trip
$23.51
6.22 gal · 23.54 L
Estimated CO2
27.6 kg one way
Round trip: 55.3 kg / 122 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $11.75 $23.51
Mid-grade $4.25 $13.22 $26.45
Premium $4.59 $14.28 $28.56
Diesel $3.99 $12.42 $24.84

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 Kyle. The current time is 08:38:23.

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.