How far is Killeen, TX from Leander, TX?
The driving distance from Killeen, TX to Leander, TX is about 45.6 miles (73.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.9 miles (61 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 47m 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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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Killeen and Leander.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Killeen and Leander.
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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
3.3 mi · 3 min · 183A Toll Road
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Take the exit slight right
2018 ft · 49 sec
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Turn straight onto North US Highway 183
1280 ft · 23 sec · North US Highway 183
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Turn right onto North US Highway 183
2 mi · 3 min · North US Highway 183
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North US Highway 183
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Killeen and Leander.
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Killeen and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Leander.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Killeen to Leander?
The road trip is about 45.6 miles (73.4 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Florence is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.9 miles from Killeen and 22.8 miles from Leander.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.9 miles (61 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.7 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 4:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.08 one way or $12.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Killeen and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Leander.
Stop Ideas Near Florence
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 Florence.
Killeen, Texas
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Killeen and Leander. Straight-line distance: 37.93 mi (61.04 km).
#1 Killeen
The 11th most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 153,991 |
| Coordinates | 31.1171200, -97.7278000 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Leander
The fifth most populous city in Williamson County, Texas.
| Population | 70,519 |
| Coordinates | 30.5788100, -97.8530700 |
| Altitude | 298 |
| Country | United States |
End: Leander (-97.85307, 30.57881)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 73 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
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 | $6.08 | $12.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.85 | $13.69 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $7.39 | $14.78 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $6.43 | $12.86 |
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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