How far is Killeen, TX from Pecos, TX?

The estimated driving distance from Killeen, TX to Pecos, TX is about 402.5 miles (647.8 km), with a travel time of about 07h 03m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 341.1 miles (548.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 14h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT.
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Road
402.5 mi
07h 03m · estimated
Flight
341.1 mi
548.95 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
341.1 mi
Kilometers
548.95 km
Flight Time
00h 41m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
402.5 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
647.76 km
Drive Time
07h 03m

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Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Pecos
Sat, Apr 11, 7:12 AM CDT
Return by in Killeen
Sat, Apr 11, 2:15 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Killeen
2026-04-11T00:09
Arrive Pecos
Sat, Apr 11, 7:12 AM CDT
Route Timing
07h 03m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT
Treat this as a longer travel day
Arrive between
1:03 PM to 2:33 PM CDT

Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.

Leave by
9:54 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 08h 00m at the destination.
Back in Killeen
8:00 PM CDT
Overnight-style route

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
Mertzon
TX

City in Texas, United States

From Killeen
170.6 mi
03h 31m
To Pecos
232 mi
03h 31m

Route Weather Snapshot

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Origin
81°F
Saturday

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph SE
Destination
81°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 1:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SE

Driving Route Map

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

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Route Summary

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

Trip Read

Better with a longer stop

This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.

Drive Time
07h 03m
Overnight route
Same-Day Return
14h 06m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+61.4 mi
341.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Mertzon
03h 31m from Killeen
Leave By
9:54 PM CDT
Overnight-style route
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Killeen and Showers And Thunderstorms near Pecos.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 402.5 miles (647.8 km) and usually takes 07h 03m in normal driving conditions.

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

This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Mertzon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 170.6 miles from Killeen and 232 miles from Pecos.

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

The direct path is about 341.1 miles (548.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 61.4 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 7:30 AM CDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $53.66 one way or $107.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 126.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Killeen and Showers And Thunderstorms near Pecos.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Killeen and Pecos. Straight-line distance: 341.1 mi (548.95 km).

Killeen

#1 Killeen

The 11th most populous city in Texas.

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

#2 Pecos

City in Texas

Population10,488
Coordinates31.4229100, -103.4932300
Altitude787
CountryUnited States
Start: Killeen (-97.7278, 31.11712)
End: Pecos (-103.49323, 31.42291)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 648 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)13h 24m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)10h 03m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)08h 02m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)06h 42m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)05h 45m
80 mph (129 km/h)05h 01m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
14.2 gal
53.76 L · about $53.66
Round trip
$107.32
28.4 gal · 107.52 L
Estimated CO2
126.2 kg one way
Round trip: 252.4 kg / 556 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $53.66 $107.32
Mid-grade $4.25 $60.38 $120.76
Premium $4.59 $65.19 $130.38
Diesel $3.99 $56.70 $113.40

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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There is no time difference between Killeen and Pecos. The current time is 00:09:14.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.