How far is Mineral Wells, TX from Killeen, TX?
The driving distance from Mineral Wells, TX to Killeen, TX is about 150.7 miles (242.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 119 miles (191.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 46m 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 53m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Texas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mineral Wells and Killeen.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mineral Wells and Killeen.
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Start on Southeast 1st Street
75 m · 8 sec · Southeast 1st Street
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Turn right onto Southeast 1st Avenue
79 m · 13 sec · Southeast 1st Avenue
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Turn right onto Southeast 2nd Street
85 m · 18 sec · Southeast 2nd Street
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Turn left onto South Oak Avenue
1.6 mi · 2 min · South Oak Avenue
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Continue on US Highway 281
39.9 mi · 44 min · US Highway 281
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Continue on East Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Road
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Continue on South US Highway 281
18 mi · 20 min · South US Highway 281
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Continue on North 2nd Street
2039 ft · 29 sec · North 2nd Street
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Turn right onto North Walnut Street
2995 ft · 39 sec · North Walnut Street
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Turn straight onto North US Highway 281
19 mi · 20 min · North US Highway 281
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Continue on North Rice Street
1.8 mi · 2 min · North Rice Street
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Turn left onto East Baker Street
2594 ft · 1 min · East Baker Street
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Continue on Farm-to-Market Road 932
3244 ft · 1 min · Farm-to-Market Road 932
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Turn straight
19.9 mi · 21 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Farm-to-Market Road 932
1.1 mi · 1 min · Farm-to-Market Road 932
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Continue on Farm-to-Market Road 932
3085 ft · 48 sec · Farm-to-Market Road 932
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Turn left
11.6 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit right
50 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight onto FM 116
22.3 mi · 28 min · FM 116
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Continue on Farm-to-Market Road 116
1183 ft · 24 sec · Farm-to-Market Road 116
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Keep slight right to continue on Farm-to-Market Road 116
1281 ft · 33 sec · Farm-to-Market Road 116
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Turn left onto Highway 9
3.3 mi · 4 min · Highway 9
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Merge slight right
1838 ft · 23 sec
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Continue on Central Texas Expressway
4.1 mi · 4 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 Mineral Wells 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 281
Continue on US Highway 281
39.9 mi · 00h 44m
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.
Sunny leaving Mineral Wells and Mostly Sunny near Killeen.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mineral Wells to Killeen?
The road trip is about 150.7 miles (242.6 km) and usually takes 02h 53m 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?
Springtown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.5 miles from Mineral Wells and 75.3 miles from Killeen.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 119 miles (191.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.7 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 12:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.10 one way or $40.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Mineral Wells and Mostly Sunny near Killeen.
Stop Ideas Near Springtown
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 Springtown.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mineral Wells and Killeen. Straight-line distance: 119.02 mi (191.54 km).
#1 Mineral Wells
City in Palo Pinto County, Texas, United States
| Population | 15,219 |
| Coordinates | 32.8084600, -98.1128200 |
| Altitude | 269 |
| 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: 243 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 52m |
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 | $20.10 | $40.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.62 | $45.24 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $24.42 | $48.85 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $21.24 | $42.49 |
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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