How far is Northcrest, TX from Austin, TX?
The driving distance from Northcrest, TX to Austin, TX is about 114.4 miles (184.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102 miles (164.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 40m 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 01h 50m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Northcrest and Austin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Northcrest and Austin.
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Start on South Rita Street
83 m · 14 sec · South Rita Street
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Turn right onto East Crest Drive
902 ft · 18 sec · East Crest Drive
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Turn slight right
93 m · 13 sec
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Turn straight onto North Interstate 35
1405 ft · 28 sec · North Interstate 35
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 35 South, US 77 South
1383 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
3.2 mi · 3 min · Purple Heart Trail
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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 left
55.8 mi · 59 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Purple Heart Trail
2.4 mi · 3 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward 8th–3rd Streets, Huston-Tillotson University
1096 ft · 27 sec
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Turn straight onto North Interstate 35
948 ft · 27 sec · North Interstate 35
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Turn right onto East 6th Street
2578 ft · 1 min · East 6th Street
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Turn left onto Congress Avenue
109 m · 18 sec · Congress Avenue
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Turn left onto East 5th Street
8 m · 1 sec · East 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 Northcrest and Austin.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Purple Heart Trail
Keep slight left
55.8 mi · 00h 59m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Northcrest to Austin?
The road trip is about 114.4 miles (184.1 km) and usually takes 01h 50m 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?
Salado is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.9 miles from Northcrest and 60.4 miles from Austin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102 miles (164.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.4 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 2:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.27 one way or $30.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Salado
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Northcrest and Austin. Straight-line distance: 102 mi (164.16 km).
#1 Northcrest
City in Texas, United States of America
| Population | 1,785 |
| Coordinates | 31.6365500, -97.0997200 |
| Altitude | 150 |
| 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: 184 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
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 | $15.27 | $30.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.18 | $34.36 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $18.55 | $37.10 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $16.13 | $32.26 |
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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