How far is Killeen, TX from Richardson, TX?
The driving distance from Killeen, TX to Richardson, TX is about 166.4 miles (267.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 139.4 miles (224.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 00m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 00m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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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 Richardson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Killeen and Richardson.
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Start on the route
23 m · 11 sec
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Turn left
25 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
5.1 mi · 9 min · East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
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Turn slight right onto Edwards Drive
2510 ft · 55 sec · Edwards Drive
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Take the ramp straight toward I 14 East, US 190 East
3164 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Central Texas Expressway
10.7 mi · 11 min · Central Texas Expressway
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
37.8 mi · 39 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Continue on South Jack Kultgen Expressway
6.6 mi · 8 min · South Jack Kultgen Expressway
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
33 mi · 33 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35E: Dallas
56.2 mi · 58 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 30 East: Texarkana, Riverfront Boulevard, Griffin Street
2094 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35E North, I 30 West: Denton, Fort Worth, Texarkana
129 m · 6 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 30 East: Texarkana, Convention Center
2206 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 30 East: Texarkana
117 m · 6 sec
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Continue on East R L Thornton Freeway
1.2 km · 1 min · East R L Thornton Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 45, US 75: Houston, McKinney
2421 ft · 46 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 75 North: McKinney
2512 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 75 North: McKinney, Bryan Street East
1697 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left onto Julius Schepps Freeway
1.2 km · 49 sec · Julius Schepps Freeway
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Continue on North Central Expressway
11 mi · 12 min · North Central Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Belt Line Road, Main Street
1233 ft · 30 sec
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Turn straight onto South Central Expressway
2886 ft · 57 sec · South Central Expressway
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Turn right onto West Polk Street
1559 ft · 48 sec · West Polk Street
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Turn left onto South Greenville Avenue
100 m · 16 sec · South Greenville Avenue
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Turn right
17 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Killeen and Richardson.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 35E
Keep slight right to continue on I 35E: Dallas
56.2 mi · 00h 58m
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 Richardson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Killeen to Richardson?
The road trip is about 166.4 miles (267.8 km) and usually takes 03h 00m 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?
Abbott is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.3 miles from Killeen and 83.1 miles from Richardson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 139.4 miles (224.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 27 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 12:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.18 one way or $44.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.2 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 Richardson.
Stop Ideas Near Abbott
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Historic City Hall
Whitney City Hall
Town Hall Estates Nursing
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Abbott.
Waco, TX
Cleburne
McGregor
Temple
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Killeen and Richardson. Straight-line distance: 139.37 mi (224.29 km).
#1 Killeen
The 11th most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 153,991 |
| Coordinates | 31.1171200, -97.7278000 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Richardson
The fourth most populous city in Dallas County, Texas.
| Population | 121,112 |
| Coordinates | 32.9481800, -96.7297200 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
End: Richardson (-96.72972, 32.94818)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 268 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 04m |
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 | $22.18 | $44.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.96 | $49.92 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $26.95 | $53.90 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $23.44 | $46.88 |
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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