How far is Sweetwater, TX from Killeen, TX?
The driving distance from Sweetwater, TX to Killeen, TX is about 212.7 miles (342.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 183 miles (294.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 02m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 04h 01m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sweetwater and Killeen.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sweetwater and Killeen.
-
1
Start on Lamar Street
32 m · 9 sec · Lamar Street
-
2
Turn left onto East Broadway Street
117 m · 14 sec · East Broadway Street
-
3
Turn left onto Lamar Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · Lamar Street
-
4
Continue on State Highway 70
10.4 mi · 11 min · State Highway 70
-
5
Turn left onto State Highway 153
69 mi · 1 hr 14 min · State Highway 153
-
6
Continue on West Walnut Street
1.6 km · 2 min · West Walnut Street
-
7
Continue on East Walnut Street
1.5 km · 1 min · East Walnut Street
-
8
At the end of the road, turn left
9.4 mi · 11 min
-
9
Continue straight
21.5 mi · 25 min
-
10
Turn right onto Garmon Drive
1.3 mi · 1 min · Garmon Drive
-
11
Continue on US Highway 84 East
29.2 mi · 33 min · US Highway 84 East
-
12
Turn right
22.2 mi · 25 min
-
13
Continue straight
14.8 mi · 15 min
-
14
Merge slight left onto North US Highway 281
79 m · 4 sec · North US Highway 281
-
15
Continue on North Key Avenue
1899 ft · 39 sec · North Key Avenue
-
16
Turn left onto East Avenue J
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Avenue J
-
17
Continue on East FM 580
2.6 mi · 3 min · East FM 580
-
18
Turn right onto FM 1715
6.4 mi · 8 min · FM 1715
-
19
At the end of the road, turn left onto Central Texas Expressway
16.9 mi · 19 min · Central Texas Expressway
-
20
Take the exit slight right toward T.J. Mills Boulevard
1231 ft · 30 sec
-
21
Continue on West Veterans Memorial Boulevard
3 mi · 5 min · West Veterans Memorial Boulevard
-
22
Turn left
25 m · 8 sec
-
23
Turn right
23 m · 5 sec
-
24
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sweetwater 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.
State Highway 153
Turn left onto State Highway 153
69 mi · 01h 14m
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.
Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Sweetwater 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 Sweetwater to Killeen?
The road trip is about 212.7 miles (342.3 km) and usually takes 04h 01m 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?
Bangs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 106.3 miles from Sweetwater and 106.4 miles from Killeen.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 183 miles (294.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.7 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 8:58 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.38 one way or $56.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 66.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Sweetwater and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Killeen.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sweetwater and Killeen. Straight-line distance: 182.98 mi (294.48 km).
#1 Sweetwater
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 10,535 |
| Coordinates | 32.4709500, -100.4059400 |
| Altitude | 661 |
| 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: 342 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 39m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $28.38 | $56.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $31.93 | $63.87 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $34.48 | $68.96 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $29.99 | $59.97 |
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 · Apr 12, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.