How far is Killeen, TX from Lockhart, TX?

The driving distance from Killeen, TX to Lockhart, TX is about 96.4 miles (155.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 39m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 85.2 miles (137.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 19m 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
96.44 mi
01h 39m
Flight
85.2 mi
137.12 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
85.2 mi
Kilometers
137.12 km
Flight Time
00h 10m

Driving Distance

Road route
96.44 mi
Kilometers
155.21 km
Drive Time
01h 39m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 39m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Lockhart
Thu, Apr 23, 6:20 AM CDT
Return by in Killeen
Thu, Apr 23, 8:00 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Killeen
2026-04-23T04:40
Arrive Lockhart
Thu, Apr 23, 6:20 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 39m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:40 AM to 11:40 AM CDT

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

Leave by
3:10 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
Hutto
TX

City in Williamson County, Texas, United States

From Killeen
48.3 mi
00h 49m
To Lockhart
48.1 mi
00h 49m

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
10 to 15 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    Take the ramp straight toward TX 130 Toll South: San Antonio

    858 ft · 21 sec

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    58.5 mi · 55 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward US 183 South: Lockhart

    1219 ft · 30 sec

  10. 10

    Continue on United States Highway 183

    2699 ft · 35 sec · United States Highway 183

  11. 11

    Continue on North Colorado Street

    1.9 mi · 3 min · North Colorado Street

  12. 12

    Turn left onto East San Antonio Street

    40 m · 8 sec · East San Antonio Street

  13. 13

    Turn right

    17 m · 4 sec

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

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
14 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
0 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
14.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
TX 130 Toll South
58.7 mi · 61%
South Fort Hood Street
34 mi · 35%
North Colorado Street
1.85 mi · 2%
East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
0.92 mi · 1%
United States Highway 183
0.51 mi · 1%
US 183 South
0.23 mi
Longest Stretch

TX 130 Toll South

Continue straight

58.5 mi · 00h 55m

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 39m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 20m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11.2 mi
85.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Hutto
00h 49m from Killeen
Leave By
3:10 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy leaving Killeen and Mostly Cloudy near Lockhart.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 96.4 miles (155.2 km) and usually takes 01h 39m 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?

Hutto is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.3 miles from Killeen and 48.1 miles from Lockhart.

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

The direct path is about 85.2 miles (137.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.2 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 3:10 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.85 one way or $25.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Stop Ideas Near Hutto

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Hutto, 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 Hutto.

RAIL

Taylor

13 mi away
118 East First St.
RAIL

Austin

36 mi away
250 North Lamar Blvd.
RAIL

Temple

64 mi away
315 West Ave B
BUS

Killeen, Texas

67 mi away
200 East Avenue C

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Killeen and Lockhart. Straight-line distance: 85.2 mi (137.12 km).

Killeen

#1 Killeen

The 11th most populous city in Texas.

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

#2 Lockhart

City in Texas, USA

Population14,069
Coordinates29.8849400, -97.6700000
Altitude157
CountryUnited States
Start: Killeen (-97.7278, 31.11712)
End: Lockhart (-97.67, 29.88494)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 155 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 12m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 24m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 55m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 36m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 22m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 12m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.4 gal
12.88 L · about $12.85
Round trip
$25.70
6.8 gal · 25.76 L
Estimated CO2
30.2 kg one way
Round trip: 60.4 kg / 133 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $12.85 $25.70
Mid-grade $4.25 $14.46 $28.91
Premium $4.59 $15.61 $31.22
Diesel $3.99 $13.58 $27.15

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 Lockhart. The current time is 04:40:39.

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.