How far is Killeen, TX from Midland, TX?

The driving distance from Killeen, TX to Midland, TX is about 296.4 miles (477 km), with a travel time of about 05h 35m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 263.2 miles (423.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
296.41 mi
05h 35m
Flight
263.21 mi
423.6 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
263.21 mi
Kilometers
423.6 km
Flight Time
00h 31m

Driving Distance

Road route
296.41 mi
Kilometers
477.02 km
Drive Time
05h 35m

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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 05h 35m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Midland
Thu, Apr 23, 3:25 PM CDT
Return by in Killeen
Thu, Apr 23, 9:00 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Killeen
2026-04-23T09:49
Arrive Midland
Thu, Apr 23, 3:25 PM CDT
Route Timing
05h 35m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
11:35 AM to 1:35 PM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
5:50 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Killeen
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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
Live Oak
TX

City in Texas

From Killeen
148.1 mi
02h 47m
To Midland
148.3 mi
02h 47m

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
90°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 20 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    2.6 mi · 4 min · East Veterans Memorial Boulevard

  4. 4

    Keep slight left

    2733 ft · 1 min

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto Central Texas Expressway

    4.3 mi · 4 min · Central Texas Expressway

  6. 6

    Keep slight left to continue on US 190 West: Lampasas

    12.8 mi · 14 min

  7. 7

    Turn right onto FM 1715

    6.4 mi · 8 min · FM 1715

  8. 8

    At the end of the road, turn left onto East FM 580

    2.6 mi · 3 min · East FM 580

  9. 9

    Continue on East Avenue J

    1.1 mi · 2 min · East Avenue J

  10. 10

    At the end of the road, turn right onto North Key Avenue

    1899 ft · 32 sec · North Key Avenue

  11. 11

    Continue on North US Highway 281

    965 ft · 15 sec · North US Highway 281

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on North US Highway 183

    15.1 mi · 16 min · North US Highway 183

  13. 13

    Turn left onto US Highway 190 West

    61 mi · 1 hr 9 min · US Highway 190 West

  14. 14

    Continue on Boy Street

    635 ft · 13 sec · Boy Street

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Bridge Street

    1.2 km · 54 sec · Bridge Street

  16. 16

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street

    83 m · 9 sec · Main Street

  17. 17

    Turn left onto Church Street

    86 m · 8 sec · Church Street

  18. 18

    Turn right onto Commerce Street

    1076 ft · 14 sec · Commerce Street

  19. 19

    Turn straight onto United States Highway 87

    71.2 mi · 1 hr 17 min · United States Highway 87

  20. 20

    Continue on South Bryant Boulevard

    4.1 mi · 6 min · South Bryant Boulevard

  21. 21

    Continue on South Koenigheim Street

    1.4 mi · 2 min · South Koenigheim Street

  22. 22

    Continue on North Bryant Boulevard

    4.3 mi · 6 min · North Bryant Boulevard

  23. 23

    Continue on US Highway 87 North

    23.2 mi · 24 min · US Highway 87 North

  24. 24

    Continue straight

    15.8 mi · 17 min

  25. 25

    Turn straight onto US Highway 87 North

    2.6 mi · 3 min · US Highway 87 North

  26. 26

    Take the exit slight left toward SH 158 West: Midland

    64.1 mi · 1 hr 14 min

  27. 27

    Continue on East Florida Avenue

    1.5 km · 2 min · East Florida Avenue

  28. 28

    Turn right onto South Big Spring Street

    3046 ft · 43 sec · South Big Spring Street

  29. 29

    Turn right onto West Wall Street

    14 m · 1 sec · West Wall Street

  30. 30

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Wall Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
30 steps
14 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
10.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
United States Highway 87
71.2 mi · 24%
SH 158 West
64.1 mi · 22%
US Highway 190 West
61 mi · 21%
US Highway 87 North
41.6 mi · 14%
North US Highway 183
15.1 mi · 5%
US 190 West
12.8 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

United States Highway 87

Turn straight onto United States Highway 87

71.2 mi · 01h 17m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
05h 35m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
11h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+33.2 mi
263.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Live Oak
02h 47m from Killeen
Leave By
5:50 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy leaving Killeen and Mostly Sunny near Midland.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 296.4 miles (477 km) and usually takes 05h 35m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Live Oak is a useful midpoint, sitting about 148.1 miles from Killeen and 148.3 miles from Midland.

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

The direct path is about 263.2 miles (423.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:50 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.53 one way or $79.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 93 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Killeen and Midland. Straight-line distance: 263.21 mi (423.6 km).

Killeen

#1 Killeen

The 11th most populous city in Texas.

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

#2 Midland

The 21st most populous city in Texas.

Population147,069
Coordinates31.9973500, -102.0779100
Altitude848
CountryUnited States
Start: Killeen (-97.7278, 31.11712)
End: Midland (-102.07791, 31.99735)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 477 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)09h 52m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)07h 24m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 55m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 56m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)04h 14m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 41m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
10.46 gal
39.59 L · about $39.53
Round trip
$79.06
20.92 gal · 79.18 L
Estimated CO2
93 kg one way
Round trip: 185.9 kg / 410 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $39.53 $79.06
Mid-grade $4.25 $44.48 $88.95
Premium $4.59 $48.02 $96.04
Diesel $3.99 $41.77 $83.53

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 Midland. The current time is 09:49:55.

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.