How far is Lampasas, TX from Austin, TX?
The driving distance from Lampasas, TX to Austin, TX is about 68.7 miles (110.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 60.9 miles (98 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 19m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 09m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Williamson County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lampasas and Austin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lampasas and Austin.
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Start on East 4th Street
34 m · 11 sec · East 4th Street
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Turn left onto South Key Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · South Key Avenue
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Continue on South US Highway 183
35.3 mi · 38 min · South US Highway 183
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Continue straight
2151 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on 183A Toll Road
14.3 mi · 14 min · 183A Toll Road
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Continue straight
7.5 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Loop 1: Mopac Boulevard
2127 ft · 52 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Loop 1 South: Mopac Boulevard South
2119 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Mopac Expressway
2.4 mi · 3 min · North Mopac Expressway
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Take the exit slight left toward Express 1 Toll
129 m · 10 sec
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Merge slight left
3.9 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right
1.1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on West 5th Street
1602 ft · 39 sec
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Turn straight onto West 5th Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · West 5th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lampasas and Austin.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
South US Highway 183
Continue on South US Highway 183
35.3 mi · 00h 38m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lampasas and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Austin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lampasas to Austin?
The road trip is about 68.7 miles (110.5 km) and usually takes 01h 09m 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?
Liberty Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.1 miles from Lampasas and 34.5 miles from Austin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 60.9 miles (98 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.8 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 4:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.15 one way or $18.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lampasas and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Austin.
Stop Ideas Near Liberty Hill
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lampasas and Austin. Straight-line distance: 60.9 mi (98.01 km).
#1 Lampasas
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 8,119 |
| Coordinates | 31.0637800, -98.1817000 |
| Altitude | 313 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Austin
The eleventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the Austin metropolitan area.
| Population | 995,484 |
| Coordinates | 30.2671500, -97.7430600 |
| Altitude | 149 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 5th Street (-97.743073, 30.267115)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 110 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
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 | $9.15 | $18.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.29 | $20.58 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $11.11 | $22.22 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $9.66 | $19.33 |
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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