Origin
Dilley, TX
Night in Dilley on Thursday
Local time
11:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dilley, TX to Laredo, TX
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
84.2 mi
135 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dilley, TX
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Laredo, TX
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Trip Overview
Spanning 84.2 miles, the drive from Dilley to Laredo is a straightforward journey through the Great Plains of Texas that typically takes about 1 hour and 27 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route works perfectly as a quick day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You can expect to spend approximately $13 on fuel for the one-way trek. Navigating via the Purple Heart Trail, South Main Street, and Houston Street keeps the trip simple and direct. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that gets you from point A to point B without requiring complex planning or multiple stops.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 84.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features 0% highway share. You will spend the vast majority of your time—specifically 81.6 miles—on the Purple Heart Trail, which serves as the longest uninterrupted stretch of the journey. Because the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, you should stay alert for shifting speed limits and intersection changes as you transition through the Great Plains. The experience behind the wheel is consistent, requiring your focus on local traffic patterns rather than long-range highway driving.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Purple Heart Trail is the longest continuous segment at about 81.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near I 35 Bus / County Line Road.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Dilley, TX to Laredo, TX is easy. At 1h 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (I 35 Bus / County Line Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 83.7 miles (Houston Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
1.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 35 Bus / County Line Road
Turn right onto I 35 Bus / County Line Road
Navigation decision point
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
4
83.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
|
Houston Street
Turn right onto Houston Street
Navigation decision point
5
84 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
|
I 35 Bus / Salinas Avenue
Turn left onto I 35 Bus / Salinas Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
84.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
|
Matamoros Street
Turn left onto Matamoros Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Purple Heart Trail | 81.6 mi | 1h 23m |
| South Main Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Houston Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| County Line Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Matamoros Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Salinas Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Purple Heart Trail
— 81.6 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dilley, TX and Laredo, TX.
1
Start on I 35 Bus; FM 117
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
2
Turn right onto I 35 Bus
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
County Line Road
3
Turn left
486 ft
·
13 sec
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
5
Merge onto I 35
82 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
6
Turn right onto Houston Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Houston Street
7
Turn left onto I 35 Bus
272 ft
·
12 sec
·
Salinas Avenue
8
Turn left onto Matamoros Street
306 ft
·
5 sec
·
Matamoros Street
9
Arrive at destination
Matamoros Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.1 mi from Dilley, TX · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.1 miles from Dilley, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Purple Heart Trail if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81.6 miles.
Arriving in Laredo, TX
The final approach into Laredo, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.72 one way
$25.45 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $13.93 | $27.85 |
| premium | $4.54 | $15.03 | $30.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.59 | $37.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.84 | $4.04 |
| Efficient EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.37 | $3.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.7 | 0 | $11.79 | $5.39 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Laredo, TX
Night in Laredo on Thursday
Local time
11:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Cactus, TX
42 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 27m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Dilley, TX to Laredo, TX covers 84.2 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Purple Heart Trail, South Main Street, Houston Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.1 miles from Dilley, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.72 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Dilley, TX to Laredo, TX is easy. At 1h 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (I 35 Bus / County Line Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 83.7 miles (Houston Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Dilley, TX to Laredo, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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