How far is Midland, TX from Killeen, TX?
The driving distance from Midland, TX to Killeen, TX is about 296.2 miles (476.7 km), with a travel time of about 05h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 263.2 miles (423.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 35m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Midland and Killeen.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Midland and Killeen.
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Start on West Wall Street
14 m · 6 sec · West Wall Street
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Turn left onto South Big Spring Street
3046 ft · 49 sec · South Big Spring Street
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Turn left onto West Florida Avenue
1.5 km · 1 min · West Florida Avenue
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Continue on Garden City Highway
2.7 mi · 4 min · Garden City Highway
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Continue on East State Highway 158
61.4 mi · 1 hr 10 min · East State Highway 158
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Merge slight left onto US Highway 87 North
2.6 mi · 3 min · US Highway 87 North
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Continue on 4th Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · 4th Street
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Continue on US Highway 87 South
14.6 mi · 15 min · US Highway 87 South
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Continue straight
104.4 mi · 1 hr 55 min
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Turn left onto Church Street
47 m · 2 sec · Church Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
100 m · 14 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Bridge Street
1.2 km · 52 sec · Bridge Street
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Turn right onto Boy Street
635 ft · 8 sec · Boy Street
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Continue on United States Highway 190
61 mi · 1 hr 9 min · United States Highway 190
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At the end of the road, turn right
15.2 mi · 16 min
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Merge slight left onto North US Highway 281
79 m · 4 sec · North US Highway 281
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Continue on North Key Avenue
1899 ft · 39 sec · North Key Avenue
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Turn left onto East Avenue J
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Avenue J
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Continue on East FM 580
2.6 mi · 3 min · East FM 580
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Turn right onto FM 1715
6.4 mi · 8 min · FM 1715
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Central Texas Expressway
16.9 mi · 19 min · Central Texas Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward T.J. Mills Boulevard
1231 ft · 30 sec
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Continue on West Veterans Memorial Boulevard
3 mi · 5 min · West Veterans Memorial Boulevard
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Turn left
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 Midland and Killeen.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 87 South
Continue straight
104 mi · 01h 55m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Midland and Mostly Cloudy near Killeen.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Midland to Killeen?
The road trip is about 296.2 miles (476.7 km) and usually takes 05h 35m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Live Oak is a useful midpoint, sitting about 147.9 miles from Midland and 148.3 miles from Killeen.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 263.2 miles (423.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 33 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:50 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.49 one way or $78.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 92.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Midland and Mostly Cloudy near Killeen.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Midland and Killeen. Straight-line distance: 263.21 mi (423.6 km).
#1 Midland
The 21st most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 147,069 |
| Coordinates | 31.9973500, -102.0779100 |
| Altitude | 848 |
| 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: 477 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 41m |
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 | $39.49 | $78.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $44.43 | $88.87 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $47.98 | $95.95 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $41.73 | $83.45 |
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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