How far is Mansfield, TX from Killeen, TX?
The driving distance from Mansfield, TX to Killeen, TX is about 139.6 miles (224.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 105.7 miles (170.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 10m 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 02h 35m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in McLennan County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mansfield and Killeen.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mansfield and Killeen.
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Start on East Broad Street
55 m · 9 sec · East Broad Street
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Continue on East Broad Street
102 m · 20 sec · East Broad Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto Farm-to-Market Road 917
1.5 mi · 2 min · Farm-to-Market Road 917
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Continue on South 2nd Avenue
1.1 km · 59 sec · South 2nd Avenue
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Continue on East FM 917
9 mi · 15 min · East FM 917
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Turn left onto South Burleson Boulevard
1077 ft · 30 sec · South Burleson Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 35W South
757 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left onto I 35W South: Waco
63.5 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Continue on North Jack Kultgen Expressway
6.6 mi · 8 min · North Jack Kultgen Expressway
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
37.9 mi · 39 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Keep slight right to continue on Central Texas Expressway
13.1 mi · 14 min · Central Texas Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward FM 3470: Rosewood Drive, Stan Schlueter Loop
1346 ft · 33 sec
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Turn straight onto West Central Texas Expressway
2.9 mi · 3 min · West Central Texas Expressway
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Turn right onto South W.S. Young Drive
1.3 mi · 3 min · South W.S. Young Drive
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Turn left onto East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
1 mi · 2 min · East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
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Turn right
25 m · 8 sec
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Turn right
23 m · 5 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 Mansfield and Killeen.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 35W South
Merge slight left onto I 35W South: Waco
63.5 mi · 01h 05m
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 Mansfield and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Killeen.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mansfield to Killeen?
The road trip is about 139.6 miles (224.7 km) and usually takes 02h 35m 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?
Ross is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.9 miles from Mansfield and 69.7 miles from Killeen.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 105.7 miles (170.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.9 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 1:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.63 one way or $37.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Mansfield and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Killeen.
Stop Ideas Near Ross
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Waco, TX
McGregor
Temple
Cleburne
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mansfield and Killeen. Straight-line distance: 105.67 mi (170.06 km).
#1 Mansfield
The most populous city in Wise County, Texas.
| Population | 73,094 |
| Coordinates | 32.5631900, -97.1416800 |
| Altitude | 184 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Killeen
The 11th most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 153,991 |
| Coordinates | 31.1171200, -97.7278000 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
End: Killeen (-97.7278, 31.11712)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 225 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 44m |
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 | $18.63 | $37.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.96 | $41.92 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $22.63 | $45.27 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $19.69 | $39.37 |
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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