How far is Robert Lee, TX from San Antonio, TX?
The driving distance from Robert Lee, TX to San Antonio, TX is about 239.4 miles (385.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 207.6 miles (334.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 41m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 50m.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Robert Lee and San Antonio.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Robert Lee and San Antonio.
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Start on East 7th Street
28 m · 4 sec · East 7th Street
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Turn right onto Commerce Street
1097 ft · 31 sec · Commerce Street
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Continue on Highland Park Road
11.8 mi · 13 min · Highland Park Road
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Turn right onto South State Street
1818 ft · 44 sec · South State Street
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Turn slight left
23.7 mi · 25 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Hutchings Avenue
118 m · 18 sec · Hutchings Avenue
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Turn left onto South 7th Street
16.5 mi · 18 min · South 7th Street
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Continue on Grassmeyer Street
41.9 mi · 45 min · Grassmeyer Street
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Continue on Ellis Street
29.4 mi · 31 min · Ellis Street
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Take the exit left toward I 10 East: San Antonio
40 mi · 38 min
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Continue straight
54.3 mi · 55 min
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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 Robert Lee and San Antonio.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 10 East
Continue straight
54.3 mi · 00h 55m
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.
Sunny leaving Robert Lee and Partly Sunny near San Antonio.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Robert Lee to San Antonio?
The road trip is about 239.4 miles (385.3 km) and usually takes 03h 50m 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?
Junction is a useful midpoint, sitting about 119.6 miles from Robert Lee and 119.9 miles from San Antonio.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 207.6 miles (334.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.8 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 9:18 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.93 one way or $63.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 75.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Robert Lee and Partly Sunny near San Antonio.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Robert Lee and San Antonio. Straight-line distance: 207.57 mi (334.05 km).
#1 Robert Lee
American city in Coke County, Texas
| Population | 1,032 |
| Coordinates | 31.8923700, -100.4848200 |
| Altitude | 557 |
| 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: 385 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 59m |
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 | $31.93 | $63.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $35.93 | $71.86 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $38.79 | $77.59 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $33.74 | $67.48 |
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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