Laredo to San Antonio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

146.1 miles 235.1 km · straight line
156 miles actual route 251 km · driving distance
2h 43min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
25° NNE bearing direction

How far is Laredo from San Antonio?

The distance from Laredo to San Antonio is 146.1 miles (235.1 km) as the crow flies. San Antonio is located NNE of Laredo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 156 miles, taking about 2h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Laredo and San Antonio. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Laredo to San Antonio

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 43min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 16min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 35min $19–$55* Comfort

Quick Facts

Laredo
27.51°N, 99.51°W
America/Chicago
126m elevation
San Antonio
29.42°N, 98.49°W
America/Chicago
198m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 49 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 170.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM