How far is Killeen, TX from Lakeway, TX?
The driving distance from Killeen, TX to Lakeway, TX is about 71 miles (114.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 54.2 miles (87.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 59m 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 01h 29m.
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 Williamson County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Killeen and Lakeway.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Killeen and Lakeway.
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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
19.2 mi · 22 min · South Fort Hood Street
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 138: Lampasas
1875 ft · 51 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 138
6.8 mi · 8 min · State Highway 138
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North US Highway 183
12 mi · 14 min · North US Highway 183
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Continue straight
2151 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on 183A Toll Road
12.8 mi · 13 min · 183A Toll Road
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Take the exit slight right toward US 183: Avery Ranch Boulevard, Lakeline Boulevard, Lakeline Mall Drive
2461 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto Avery Ranch Boulevard
598 ft · 15 sec · Avery Ranch Boulevard
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Turn left onto South Bell Boulevard
2689 ft · 46 sec · South Bell Boulevard
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Continue on Research Boulevard
1673 ft · 32 sec · Research Boulevard
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Continue on Research Boulevard
2604 ft · 59 sec · Research Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Ranch Road 620
1.7 mi · 3 min · North Ranch Road 620
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Continue straight
13.2 mi · 20 min
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Turn right onto Lakeway Boulevard
1.2 mi · 3 min · Lakeway Boulevard
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Turn right onto Lohmans Crossing Road
2259 ft · 1 min · Lohmans Crossing Road
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Turn right
34 m · 8 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 Lakeway.
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.
South Fort Hood Street
Turn left onto South Fort Hood Street
19.2 mi · 00h 22m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Killeen and Mostly Cloudy near Lakeway.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Killeen to Lakeway?
The road trip is about 71 miles (114.2 km) and usually takes 01h 29m 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?
Liberty Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.5 miles from Killeen and 35.4 miles from Lakeway.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 54.2 miles (87.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.8 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 3:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.45 one way or $18.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Killeen and Mostly Cloudy near Lakeway.
Stop Ideas Near Liberty Hill
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 Liberty Hill.
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Killeen, Texas
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Killeen and Lakeway. Straight-line distance: 54.16 mi (87.16 km).
#1 Killeen
The 11th most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 153,991 |
| Coordinates | 31.1171200, -97.7278000 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lakeway
City in Travis County, Texas, United States
| Population | 16,216 |
| Coordinates | 30.3637700, -97.9795900 |
| Altitude | 251 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lakeway (-97.97959, 30.36377)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 114 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
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 | $9.45 | $18.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.63 | $21.26 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $11.48 | $22.96 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $9.98 | $19.97 |
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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