How far is South Point, TX from San Antonio, TX?

The driving distance from South Point, TX to San Antonio, TX is about 285.4 miles (459.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 26m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 254.9 miles (410.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 52m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
285.4 mi
04h 26m
Flight
254.87 mi
410.18 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
254.87 mi
Kilometers
410.18 km
Flight Time
00h 30m

Driving Distance

Road route
285.4 mi
Kilometers
459.3 km
Drive Time
04h 26m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 04h 26m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in San Antonio
Wed, May 13, 1:30 AM CDT
Return by in South Point
Wed, May 13, 5:56 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave South Point
2026-05-12T21:04
Arrive San Antonio
Wed, May 13, 1:30 AM CDT
Route Timing
04h 26m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:26 AM to 12:26 PM CDT

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

Leave by
8:08 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in South Point
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
Premont
TX

City in Jim Wells County, Texas, United States

From South Point
141.1 mi
02h 13m
To San Antonio
144.3 mi
02h 13m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
88°F
Today

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 11:00 AM CDT
Wind
13 mph NNE
Destination
86°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph NE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between South Point and San Antonio.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between South Point and San Antonio.

  1. 1

    Start on Alabama Avenue

    1847 ft · 51 sec · Alabama Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn slight left onto Maine Street

    1315 ft · 59 sec · Maine Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Southmost Road

    1 mi · 2 min · Southmost Road

  4. 4

    Turn right onto South Indiana Avenue

    7 mi · 11 min · South Indiana Avenue

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    2.5 mi · 3 min

  6. 6

    Take the ramp straight

    2 mi · 2 min

  7. 7

    Continue on I-169, TX 550 Toll

    1.5 km · 59 sec · I-169, TX 550 Toll

  8. 8

    Continue on Interstate 169

    3.6 mi · 4 min · Interstate 169

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto North Expressway

    2.2 mi · 2 min · North Expressway

  10. 10

    Continue on U.S. Highway 77

    102 mi · 1 hr 53 min · U.S. Highway 77

  11. 11

    Keep slight right

    623 ft · 8 sec

  12. 12

    Keep slight right

    1.2 km · 2 min

  13. 13

    Turn left onto FM 772

    1009 ft · 17 sec · FM 772

  14. 14

    Turn straight onto South 6th Street

    4.4 mi · 7 min · South 6th Street

  15. 15

    Turn left onto West King Avenue

    14.5 mi · 18 min · West King Avenue

  16. 16

    Take the ramp right

    1 km · 2 min

  17. 17

    Merge slight left

    54.2 mi · 1 hr 2 min

  18. 18

    Keep slight left to continue on Nueces Street

    14.7 mi · 19 min · Nueces Street

  19. 19

    Continue straight

    1199 ft · 16 sec

  20. 20

    Take the exit straight

    68.8 mi · 1 hr 11 min

  21. 21

    Take the exit slight right toward Commerce Street, Downtown, The Alamo

    1358 ft · 33 sec

  22. 22

    Turn straight onto Interstate 37 South

    116 m · 12 sec · Interstate 37 South

  23. 23

    Turn left onto East Commerce Street

    1.4 km · 2 min · East Commerce Street

  24. 24

    Turn left onto Military Plaza

    119 m · 16 sec · Military Plaza

  25. 25

    Turn left onto Dolorosa Street

    100 m · 8 sec · Dolorosa Street

  26. 26

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Dolorosa Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between South Point and San Antonio.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
26 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
2 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
U.S. Highway 77
103 mi · 36%
Nueces Street
83.7 mi · 29%
West King Avenue
69.3 mi · 24%
South Indiana Avenue
11.5 mi · 4%
South 6th Street
4.41 mi · 2%
Interstate 169
3.56 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

U.S. Highway 77

Continue on U.S. Highway 77

102 mi · 01h 53m

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
04h 26m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+30.5 mi
254.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Premont
02h 13m from South Point
Leave By
8:08 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving South Point and Mostly Sunny near San Antonio.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from South Point to San Antonio?

The road trip is about 285.4 miles (459.3 km) and usually takes 04h 26m 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?

Premont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 141.1 miles from South Point and 144.3 miles from San Antonio.

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

The direct path is about 254.9 miles (410.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.5 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 8:08 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $38.05 one way or $76.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 89.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around South Point and Mostly Sunny near San Antonio.

Stop Ideas Near Premont

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Premont and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 14.4 mi away

Kingsville Water Department

Kingsville , TX
1300 E Corral Ave, Kingsville, TX 78363
Rating 5.0/5 2 reviews Water utility company,City government office,Water damage restoration service
Kleberg County District Clerk’s Office
Meeting point 13.9 mi away

Kleberg County District Clerk’s Office

Kingsville , TX
700 E Kleberg Ave #202, Kingsville, TX 78363
Rating 3.2/5 5 reviews City clerk's office,County government office
K. C. Hall Of Alice
Nearby stop 12.5 mi away

K. C. Hall Of Alice

Alice , TX
1050 Cecilia St, Alice, TX 78332
Rating 4.5/5 59 reviews Dance hall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Premont.

Transit stop coverage is not ready for this midpoint yet.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between South Point and San Antonio. Straight-line distance: 254.87 mi (410.18 km).

South Point

#1 South Point

In Cameron County, Texas, US, South Point is a census-designated place (CDP).

Population1,376
Coordinates25.8686900, -97.3835900
Altitude5
CountryUnited States
San Antonio

#2 San Antonio

The seventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the San Antonio metropolitan area.

Population1,567,118
Coordinates29.4241200, -98.4936300
Altitude198
CountryUnited States
Start: Alabama Avenue (-97.383583, 25.866324)
End: Dolorosa Street (-98.493645, 29.424163)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 459 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)09h 30m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)07h 08m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 42m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 45m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)04h 04m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 33m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
10.07 gal
38.12 L · about $38.05
Round trip
$76.11
20.14 gal · 76.24 L
Estimated CO2
89.5 kg one way
Round trip: 179 kg / 395 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $38.05 $76.11
Mid-grade $4.25 $42.82 $85.64
Premium $4.59 $46.23 $92.46
Diesel $3.99 $40.21 $80.42

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 · May 13, 2026

There is no time difference between South Point and San Antonio. The current time is 21:04:11.

Distance to Other Cities

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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.