Cities Near Killeen
Cities near Killeen, Texas: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Temple, Georgetown, Round Rock. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Killeen, Texas is Temple, about 23 mi (37 km) away — roughly 44 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temple | 23 mi / 37 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Georgetown | 34 mi / 54 km | 1 hr | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Round Rock | 42 mi / 68 km | 1 hr 16 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Cedar Park | 43 mi / 69 km | 1 hr 16 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Waco | 45 mi / 73 km | 1 hr 22 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Austin | 59 mi / 95 km | 1 hr 45 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bryan | 86 mi / 139 km | 2 hr | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| San Marcos | 86 mi / 139 km | 2 hr | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| New Braunfels | 101 mi / 162 km | 2 hr 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Mansfield | 106 mi / 170 km | 2 hr 27 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Killeen
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Temple, Georgetown, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Waco. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Killeen
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: New Braunfels, Mansfield. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Killeen include Temple, Georgetown, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Waco. The closest is Temple, about 23 miles (37 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.