How far is Rendon, TX from Killeen, TX?
The driving distance from Rendon, TX to Killeen, TX is about 140.6 miles (226.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 104.8 miles (168.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 04m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 32m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in McLennan County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rendon and Killeen.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rendon and Killeen.
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Start on Rendon Bloodworth Road
10 m · 3 sec · Rendon Bloodworth Road
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Turn right onto Rendon Road
1314 ft · 33 sec · Rendon Road
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Turn left onto Rendon Bloodworth Road
1 km · 1 min · Rendon Bloodworth Road
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Continue on East Rendon Crowley Road
4.1 mi · 7 min · East Rendon Crowley Road
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Turn left onto South Freeway
549 ft · 13 sec · South Freeway
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 35W South
1328 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto South Freeway
72.1 mi · 1 hr 14 min · South Freeway
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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 right to continue on Central Texas Expressway
13.1 mi · 14 min · Central Texas Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward FM 3470: Rosewood Drive, Stan Schlueter Loop
1346 ft · 33 sec
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Turn straight onto West Central Texas Expressway
2.9 mi · 3 min · West Central Texas Expressway
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Turn right onto South W.S. Young Drive
1.3 mi · 3 min · South W.S. Young Drive
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Turn left onto East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
1 mi · 2 min · East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
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Turn right
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 Rendon 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.
South Freeway
Merge slight left onto South Freeway
72.1 mi · 01h 14m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Rendon 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 Rendon to Killeen?
The road trip is about 140.6 miles (226.2 km) and usually takes 02h 32m 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?
Ross is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.3 miles from Rendon and 70.2 miles from Killeen.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 104.8 miles (168.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.74 one way or $37.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Rendon and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Killeen.
Stop Ideas Near Ross
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rendon and Killeen. Straight-line distance: 104.78 mi (168.63 km).
#1 Rendon
Census designated place
| Population | 12,552 |
| Coordinates | 32.5762500, -97.2414000 |
| Altitude | 224 |
| 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: 226 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 45m |
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 | $18.74 | $37.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.09 | $42.18 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $22.77 | $45.54 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $19.81 | $39.61 |
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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