How far is Killeen, TX from Temple, TX?
The driving distance from Killeen, TX to Temple, TX is about 25.3 miles (40.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.8 miles (36.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Killeen and Temple.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Killeen and Temple.
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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
6.8 mi · 8 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 53, FM 2305: Central Avenue, Adams Avenue
1209 ft · 30 sec
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Turn straight onto South General Bruce Drive
895 ft · 18 sec · South General Bruce Drive
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Turn slight right
68 m · 8 sec
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Turn slight right onto West Central Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · West Central Avenue
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Turn left onto North 3rd Street
121 m · 9 sec · North 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Killeen and Temple.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Central Texas Expressway
Merge slight left onto Central Texas Expressway
10.7 mi · 00h 11m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Killeen and Mostly Cloudy near Temple.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Killeen to Temple?
The road trip is about 25.3 miles (40.7 km) and usually takes 00h 32m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Belton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.6 miles from Killeen and 12.7 miles from Temple.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.8 miles (36.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.36 one way or $6.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Killeen and Mostly Cloudy near Temple.
Stop Ideas Near Belton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Belton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Killeen and Temple. Straight-line distance: 22.82 mi (36.72 km).
#1 Killeen
The 11th most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 153,991 |
| Coordinates | 31.1171200, -97.7278000 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Temple
The most populous city in Bell County, Texas.
| Population | 80,761 |
| Coordinates | 31.0982300, -97.3427800 |
| Altitude | 219 |
| Country | United States |
End: Temple (-97.34278, 31.09823)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 41 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
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 | $3.36 | $6.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.78 | $7.57 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $4.09 | $8.17 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $3.55 | $7.11 |
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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