How far is Mount Pleasant, TX from Killeen, TX?

The driving distance from Mount Pleasant, TX to Killeen, TX is about 193.6 miles (311.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 48m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 158.8 miles (255.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 37m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
193.64 mi
03h 48m
Flight
158.74 mi
255.47 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
158.74 mi
Kilometers
255.47 km
Flight Time
00h 19m

Driving Distance

Road route
193.64 mi
Kilometers
311.63 km
Drive Time
03h 48m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 48m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Killeen
Thu, Apr 23, 1:14 AM CDT
Return by in Mount Pleasant
Thu, Apr 23, 5:03 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Mount Pleasant
2026-04-22T21:26
Arrive Killeen
Thu, Apr 23, 1:14 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 48m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:49 AM to 11:49 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:22 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Mount Pleasant
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Early
TX

City

From Mount Pleasant
96.8 mi
01h 54m
To Killeen
96.8 mi
01h 54m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
85°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph S
Destination
78°F
Wednesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Mount Pleasant and Killeen.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Mount Pleasant and Killeen.

  1. 1

    Start on County Road 301

    122 m · 18 sec · County Road 301

  2. 2

    Continue straight

    8.5 mi · 15 min

  3. 3

    Turn sharp left onto US Highway 277 South

    3.5 mi · 4 min · US Highway 277 South

  4. 4

    Turn right onto South FM 707

    7 mi · 8 min · South FM 707

  5. 5

    Turn right onto US Highway 83

    3105 ft · 1 min · US Highway 83

  6. 6

    Take the ramp left

    42.4 mi · 48 min

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    1 km · 46 sec

  8. 8

    Turn left

    11.4 mi · 13 min

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    21.5 mi · 25 min

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Garmon Drive

    1.3 mi · 1 min · Garmon Drive

  11. 11

    Continue on US Highway 84 East

    29.2 mi · 33 min · US Highway 84 East

  12. 12

    Turn right

    22.2 mi · 25 min

  13. 13

    Continue straight

    14.8 mi · 15 min

  14. 14

    Merge slight left onto North US Highway 281

    79 m · 4 sec · North US Highway 281

  15. 15

    Continue on North Key Avenue

    1899 ft · 39 sec · North Key Avenue

  16. 16

    Turn left onto East Avenue J

    1.1 mi · 2 min · East Avenue J

  17. 17

    Continue on East FM 580

    2.6 mi · 3 min · East FM 580

  18. 18

    Turn right onto FM 1715

    6.4 mi · 8 min · FM 1715

  19. 19

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Central Texas Expressway

    16.9 mi · 19 min · Central Texas Expressway

  20. 20

    Take the exit slight right toward T.J. Mills Boulevard

    1231 ft · 30 sec

  21. 21

    Continue on West Veterans Memorial Boulevard

    3 mi · 5 min · West Veterans Memorial Boulevard

  22. 22

    Turn left

    25 m · 8 sec

  23. 23

    Turn right

    23 m · 5 sec

  24. 24

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Mount Pleasant and Killeen.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
24 steps
11 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US Highway 83
65.1 mi · 34%
US Highway 84 East
44 mi · 23%
Central Texas Expressway
16.9 mi · 9%
County Road 301
8.57 mi · 4%
South FM 707
7.03 mi · 4%
FM 1715
6.35 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

US Highway 83

Take the ramp left

42.4 mi · 00h 48m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 48m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+34.8 mi
158.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Early
01h 54m from Mount Pleasant
Leave By
9:22 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Mount Pleasant 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 Mount Pleasant to Killeen?

The road trip is about 193.6 miles (311.6 km) and usually takes 03h 48m 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?

Early is a useful midpoint, sitting about 96.8 miles from Mount Pleasant and 96.8 miles from Killeen.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 158.8 miles (255.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:22 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.81 one way or $51.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 60.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Mount Pleasant and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Killeen.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Mount Pleasant and Killeen. Straight-line distance: 158.74 mi (255.47 km).

Mount Pleasant

#1 Mount Pleasant

City in Titus County, Texas, United States

Population16,020
Coordinates32.3970700, -99.9717600
Altitude583
CountryUnited States
Killeen

#2 Killeen

The 11th most populous city in Texas.

Population153,991
Coordinates31.1171200, -97.7278000
Altitude252
CountryUnited States
Start: Mount Pleasant (-99.97176, 32.39707)
End: Killeen (-97.7278, 31.11712)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 312 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 27m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 50m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 52m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 13m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 45m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 24m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.83 gal
25.87 L · about $25.81
Round trip
$51.62
13.66 gal · 51.74 L
Estimated CO2
60.7 kg one way
Round trip: 121.4 kg / 268 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $25.81 $51.62
Mid-grade $4.25 $29.04 $58.08
Premium $4.59 $31.36 $62.71
Diesel $3.99 $27.27 $54.54

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Texas · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Mount Pleasant and Killeen. The current time is 21:26:09.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.