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Strategic Location
Where Undeniable Opportunity Meets Why Lockhart Strategic Location

Small Town Ease. Big City Access.

Lockhart is the county seat and largest city in Caldwell County, offering a prime location just 30 minutes from Austin and less than an hour from San Antonio—two of Texas’ fastest-growing metro areas—without the high cost or congestion. With direct access to SH 130 and US 183, and close proximity to I-10 and I-35, businesses benefit from immediate connectivity to major freight corridors and airports. Positioned between Austin and San Antonio, Lockhart places companies within reach of more than 2 million people and two major economic hubs, making it an ideal location for distribution, workforce access, and regional service coverage. Whether moving goods, reaching customers, or scaling operations, Lockhart’s connectivity provides a clear competitive edge.

Proximity to Major Metros

35 Miles
Austin
65 Miles
San Antonio

highway access

  • US Highway 183, a major north-south artery, runs directly through Lockhart

  • SH 130 runs east of Lockhart, just five miles from downtown, giving businesses access to exceptional transportation and shipping efficiency, while maintaining the advantages of a lower-cost, business-friendly environment

  • I-35 just 20 miles from Lockhart, provides companies a reach to major markets like Austin, San Antonio, Dallas, and even Mexico

  • Lockhart is a short, 10-mile drive to I-10, one of the most important east-west highways in the US that stretches from California to Florida

PROXIMITY TO AIRPORTS

  • 25-miles to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)

  • 75-miles to San Antonio International Airport (SAT)

  • The Lockhart Municipal Airport offers business convenient, cost-effective general aviation access. With a 4,000 ft. runway, 24/7 operations, and no landing fees, the airport is ideal for companies needing time-sensitive travel, freight, or service operations. The airport has on-site fuel maintenance, hangar leasing, and fuel service FBO ensuring seamless support.

Proximity to Ports

  • 156 miles to the Port of Houston

  • 166 miles to the Port of Corpus Christi

  • 207 miles to the Port of Galveston

  • 250 miles to the Port of Beaumont

  • 260 miles to Port Arthur

Union Pacific Railroad

Lockhart is served by Union Pacific Railroad, providing direct freight rail access that connects local businesses to major markets across Texas and the US. This is a critical logistics advantage for manufacturers, and agricultural operations seeking efficient, scalable transportation solutions.