How far is Pecos, TX from San Antonio, TX?
The driving distance from Pecos, TX to San Antonio, TX is about 364.9 miles (587.3 km), with a travel time of about 05h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 328.3 miles (528.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 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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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 18m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pecos and San Antonio.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pecos and San Antonio.
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Start on East 6th Street
20 m · 5 sec · East 6th Street
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Turn right onto South Cedar Street
51.1 mi · 58 min · South Cedar Street
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Turn left onto Interstate 10 West
130 m · 12 sec · Interstate 10 West
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Take the ramp straight toward I 10 East: San Antonio
1597 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left onto La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
292.5 mi · 4 hr 38 min · La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
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Keep slight right
17.4 mi · 20 min
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Keep slight right to continue on McDermott Freeway
1.7 mi · 2 min · McDermott Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Santa Rosa Street, Downtown
2505 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight onto North Pecos-La Trinidad
804 ft · 16 sec · North Pecos-La Trinidad
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Keep slight right to continue on North Pecos-La Trinidad
2963 ft · 1 min · North Pecos-La Trinidad
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Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
2582 ft · 56 sec · Dolorosa Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dolorosa Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pecos and San Antonio.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
Merge slight left onto La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
292 mi · 04h 38m
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 Pecos and Mostly Cloudy near San Antonio.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pecos to San Antonio?
The road trip is about 364.9 miles (587.3 km) and usually takes 05h 18m 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?
Sonora is a useful midpoint, sitting about 182.2 miles from Pecos and 182.7 miles from San Antonio.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 328.3 miles (528.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.6 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 6:22 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $48.67 one way or $97.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 114.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Pecos and Mostly Cloudy near San Antonio.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pecos and San Antonio. Straight-line distance: 328.28 mi (528.32 km).
#1 Pecos
City in Texas
| Population | 10,488 |
| Coordinates | 31.4229100, -103.4932300 |
| Altitude | 787 |
| Country | United States |
#2 San Antonio
The seventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the San Antonio metropolitan area.
| Population | 1,567,118 |
| Coordinates | 29.4241200, -98.4936300 |
| Altitude | 198 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dolorosa Street (-98.493645, 29.424163)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 587 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 33m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $48.67 | $97.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $54.77 | $109.53 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $59.13 | $118.26 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $51.43 | $102.86 |
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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