How far is Leander, TX from Austin, TX?
The driving distance from Leander, TX to Austin, TX is about 26.7 miles (43 km), with a travel time of about 00h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.5 miles (36.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 00m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Leander and Austin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leander and Austin.
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Start on North US Highway 183
21 m · 9 sec · North US Highway 183
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Turn left onto East South Street
151 m · 10 sec · East South Street
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Continue on Ranch Road 2243
1.5 km · 2 min · Ranch Road 2243
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Turn right onto 183A Frontage Road
1909 ft · 38 sec · 183A Frontage Road
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Take the ramp slight left toward 183A Toll South
1658 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto 183A Toll Road
7.4 mi · 7 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 Leander and Austin.
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.
183A Toll Road
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7.53 mi · 00h 09m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Leander to Austin?
The road trip is about 26.7 miles (43 km) and usually takes 00h 30m 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?
Jollyville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.2 miles from Leander and 13.5 miles from Austin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.5 miles (36.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.55 one way or $7.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Leander and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Austin.
Stop Ideas Near Jollyville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Leander and Austin. Straight-line distance: 22.51 mi (36.22 km).
#1 Leander
The fifth most populous city in Williamson County, Texas.
| Population | 70,519 |
| Coordinates | 30.5788100, -97.8530700 |
| Altitude | 298 |
| 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: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $3.55 | $7.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.00 | $7.99 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $4.32 | $8.63 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $3.75 | $7.51 |
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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