How far is Killeen, TX from Pecos, TX?
The driving distance from Killeen, TX to Pecos, TX is about 391.3 miles (629.7 km), with a travel time of about 07h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 341.1 miles (548.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 14h 16m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 07h 08m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Killeen and Pecos.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Killeen and Pecos.
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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
2.6 mi · 4 min · East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
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Keep slight left
2733 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Central Texas Expressway
4.3 mi · 4 min · Central Texas Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on US 190 West: Lampasas
12.8 mi · 14 min
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Turn right onto FM 1715
6.4 mi · 8 min · FM 1715
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East FM 580
2.6 mi · 3 min · East FM 580
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Continue on East Avenue J
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Avenue J
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Key Avenue
1899 ft · 32 sec · North Key Avenue
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Continue on North US Highway 281
965 ft · 15 sec · North US Highway 281
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Keep slight left to continue on North US Highway 183
15.1 mi · 16 min · North US Highway 183
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Turn left onto US Highway 190 West
61 mi · 1 hr 9 min · US Highway 190 West
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Continue on Boy Street
635 ft · 13 sec · Boy Street
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Turn left onto Bridge Street
1.2 km · 54 sec · Bridge Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
83 m · 9 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Church Street
86 m · 8 sec · Church Street
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Turn right onto Commerce Street
1076 ft · 14 sec · Commerce Street
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Turn straight onto United States Highway 87
71.2 mi · 1 hr 17 min · United States Highway 87
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Continue on South Bryant Boulevard
4.1 mi · 6 min · South Bryant Boulevard
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Continue on South Koenigheim Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · South Koenigheim Street
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Continue on North Bryant Boulevard
4.3 mi · 6 min · North Bryant Boulevard
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Continue on US Highway 87 North
23.2 mi · 24 min · US Highway 87 North
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Continue straight
15.8 mi · 17 min
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Turn straight onto US Highway 87 North
2.6 mi · 3 min · US Highway 87 North
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Take the exit slight left toward SH 158 West: Midland
62.7 mi · 1 hr 12 min
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Turn left onto East Interstate 20
1400 ft · 30 sec · East Interstate 20
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 20 West: Odessa
997 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
5.9 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
89.8 mi · 1 hr 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 285: Carlsbad, Fort Stockton
1232 ft · 28 sec
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Turn right onto South Cedar Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · South Cedar Street
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Turn left onto East 6th Street
20 m · 3 sec · East 6th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Killeen and Pecos.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
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89.8 mi · 01h 28m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Killeen and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely 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 391.3 miles (629.7 km) and usually takes 07h 08m 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?
Grape Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 195.4 miles from Killeen and 195.9 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 50.2 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 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 $52.19 one way or $104.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 122.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Killeen and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely 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).
#1 Killeen
The 11th most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 153,991 |
| Coordinates | 31.1171200, -97.7278000 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pecos
City in Texas
| Population | 10,488 |
| Coordinates | 31.4229100, -103.4932300 |
| Altitude | 787 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pecos (-103.49323, 31.42291)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 630 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 52m |
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 | $52.19 | $104.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $58.72 | $117.44 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $63.40 | $126.80 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $55.14 | $110.29 |
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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