Transportation
Killeen has several transportation assets that you need to be aware of.
- The Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport is served by three airlines and provides non-stop flights to Dallas, Houston and Atlanta.
- US Highway 190 is multi-lane highway built to interstate standards. Killeen is 20 miles away from I35.
Where is Killeen? We have a detailed set of Killeen maps?
The following information is intended to give you a sense of our transportation systems in the Greater Killeen area.
Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport
| Runway length | 10,000 feet |
|---|---|
| Runway surface | Asphalt |
| Instrument Landing System | Yes |
| Air carriers | Continental Connection, American Eagle, Allegiant Air and Delta Airlines |
Export table as CSV
| Year | Emplanements | % Change |
| 2009 YTD | 118747 | 3.23% |
| 2008 | 189351 | -0.37% |
| 2007 | 190063 | 5.14% |
| 2006 | 180088 | 18.91% |
| 2005 | 159244 | 67.85% |
| 2004 | 112807 | 101.38% |
| 2003 | 94026 | 83.08% |
| 2002 | 103428 | 95.78% |
| 2001 | 96717 | 90.09% |
| 2000 | 99613 | 110.18% |
| 1999 | 90089 | 129.04% |
| 1998 | 82671 | 121.92% |
| 1997 | 85323 | 147.11% |
| 1996 | 76627 | 220.25% |
| 1995 | 59126 | 239.33% |
| 1994 | 55802 | NA |
Freight Carriers
The Santa Fe Railroad is a vital part of the history of Killeen. In fact, the Greater Killeen Chamber of Commerce inhabits an office that is a former Santa Fe train depot.
Killeen has grown significantly since its founding in 1882 by the Santa Fe Railroad to serve as a shipping station for cotton and cattle.
Today, several businesses take advantage of the speed and affordability of rail. For more information call (254.526.9551) or email the Chamber Commerce.
Killeen's location is easily accesible by ground also. Several trucking companies have a presence in Killeein including Emery, United Parcels & Post, Federal Express, Central Freight Lines and NW Transport Services.
Bus
Arrow Trailways
Arrow Trailways has been in business for over 70 years. They are registered with and regulated by the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) and the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT).
Contact Information
403 North 2nd Street
Killeen, Texas 76541
PO Box 850
Killeen, Texas 76540
Arrow Trailways has MCI, Vanhool & Prevost. All coach buses are air conditioned, have restrooms, VCRs and monitors.
Public Transportation
Hill Country Transit District
The HOP, operated by Hill Country Transit District is Central Texas' Regional Public Transportation System. Fixed route and complementary paratransit public transportation service is provided in the Central Texas urban area. Rural public transportation is provided through a demand response system in the smaller communities within the nine-county transit district. For more information about the HOP, call (254) 618-6800 or email hctd@hccaa.com.
Traffic Counts
To view a customizable traffic counts map go to the TxDOT Statewide Planning Map. On the left hand menu click on Map Overlays and Then AADT 2007.
Doing Business in Killeen
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Search GKCC website:
One Santa Fe Plaza | PO Box 548
Killeen, Texas 76540-0548
Phone: 254.526.9551 Fax: 254.526.6090
Nationwide: 866.790.4769 (GROW)
Email: info@gkcc.com
