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Trip from Hico, TX to Rhode Island, TX

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

2h 51m

Distance

145.7 mi

235 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
2h 40m ★
6 AM
2h 51m
8 AM
3h 13m
10 AM
2h 59m
12 PM
2h 57m
3 PM
3h 0m
5 PM
3h 12m
8 PM
2h 44m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Hamilton County, Texas, United States

Hico, TX

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Downtown Rhode Island, TX, TX

Rhode Island, TX

Beth Fitzpatrick

Trip Overview

The drive from Hico, TX to Rhode Island, TX covers 145.7 miles and takes about 2h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on East 2nd Street, State Highway 31, I 45 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 42.4 miles on East 2nd Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.02 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

72.9 miles from Hico, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 51m. Total distance: 145.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (54%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

The drive from Hico, TX to Rhode Island, TX covers 145.7 miles and takes about 2h 51m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East 2nd Street is the longest continuous segment at about 42.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 46.4 miles in near FM 1637.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 2h 51m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 46.4 miles (FM 1637): Lane positioning matters here; at 71.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 117.1 miles (TX 31 / Corsicana Bypass): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
46.4 mi into trip | ~54m in | FM 1637

Turn right onto FM 1637

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
71.4 mi into trip | ~1h 28m in

Take the exit toward US 84, To TX 31: Mexia, Corsicana

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 84, To TX 31: Mexia, Corsicana
5
117.1 mi into trip | ~2h 18m in | TX 31 / Corsicana Bypass

Turn right onto TX 31 / Corsicana Bypass

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
5
123.3 mi into trip | ~2h 26m in | I 45

Merge onto I 45

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
143.1 mi into trip | ~2h 45m in

Take the exit toward FM 833

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 206 Toward FM 833

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Hico, TX and Rhode Island, TX, road signs point toward To Tx 31: Mexia and Corsicana.

To Tx 31: Mexia

71.4 mi in | ~1h 28m

Corsicana

71.4 mi in | ~1h 28m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
East 2nd Street 42.4 mi 48m
State Highway 31 35.8 mi 38m
I 45 19.8 mi 19m
FM 1637 18.2 mi 23m
Corsicana Bypass 5.5 mi 6m
Hubbard Bypass 5.3 mi 5m
Steinbeck Bend Drive 2.8 mi 3m
East US Highway 84 2.7 mi 3m
Longest stretch: East 2nd Street — 42.4 mi, about 48m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hico, TX and Rhode Island, TX.

1

Start on TX 6

0.2 mi · 12 sec · West 2nd Street
2

Continue on TX 6

42 mi · 48 min · East 2nd Street
3

Continue on TX 6

2.7 mi · 3 min · Avenue C
4

Turn left onto FM 56

1.2 mi · 2 min · North 4th Street
5

Turn right onto FM 1637

18 mi · 23 min · FM 1637
Use the right lane.
6

Turn left onto FM 3051

2.8 mi · 3 min · Steinbeck Bend Drive
Use the left lane.
7

Turn left onto FM 3051

2.4 mi · 3 min · Lake Shore Drive
8

Continue on FM 3051

0.6 mi · 1 min · Industrial Boulevard
9

Continue on Loop 340

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Loop 340
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 50 sec
Toward US 84, To TX 31: Mexia, Corsicana
11

Turn left onto US 84

1.4 mi · 2 min · Bellmead Drive
12

Continue on US 84

2.7 mi · 3 min · East US Highway 84
13

Continue on TX 31

17 mi · 17 min · State Highway 31
14

Continue on TX 31

5.3 mi · 5 min · Hubbard Bypass
15

Continue on TX 31

19 mi · 21 min · State Highway 31
16

Turn right onto TX 31

5.5 mi · 6 min · Corsicana Bypass
Use the straight lane.
17

Turn right onto South Interstate 45

0.5 mi · 50 sec · South Interstate 45
18

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 32 sec
19

Merge onto I 45

20 mi · 19 min · I 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 41 sec
Exit 206 Toward FM 833 Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Turn left onto North Interstate 45

307 ft · 10 sec · North Interstate 45
22

Turn left onto FM 833

1.3 mi · 3 min · FM 833
23

At end of road, turn right onto TX 75; FM 833

52 ft · 1 sec · North State Highway 75
24

Turn left onto FM 833

0.9 mi · 1 min · East FM 833
25

Turn right onto County Road 161

10 ft · 0 sec · County Road 161
26

Arrive at destination

County Road 161

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.9 miles from Hico, TX, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.4 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 32 miles or 36m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 72.9 miles or 1h 31m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 21m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rhode Island, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Hico, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Hico, TX

This is one driving day of about 145.7 miles and 2h 51m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Hico, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on East 2nd Street for about 42.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 72.9 mi from Hico, TX · 1h 31m into the drive

Downtown Bellmead, TX, TX

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bellmead, TX

73 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

Clifton, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bellmead, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 72.9 miles from Hico, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Rhode Island, TX

The final approach into Rhode Island, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Rhode Island, TX.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Waco Mammoth National Monument

Waco Mammoth National Monument

National Monument

Standing as tall as 14 feet and weighing 20,000 pounds, Columbian mammoths roamed across what is present-day Texas thousands of years ago. Today, the fossil specimens represent the nation's first and...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free near mile 65.3
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.02 one way

$44.03 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 51 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $24.10 $48.20
premium $4.54 $26.01 $52.03
diesel $5.61 $32.17 $64.34

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$22

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$47–$72

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 51 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 43.7 0 $15.30 $6.99
Efficient EV 36.4 0 $12.75 $5.83
EV Truck/SUV 58.3 0 $20.40 $9.32

Gas CO2

51 kg

EV CO2

17 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Hico, TX

Evening in Hico on Thursday

Local time

7:53 PM

CDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Rhode Island, TX

Evening in Rhode Island on Thursday

Local time

7:53 PM

CDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

2h 51m 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 Hico, TX to Rhode Island, TX covers 145.7 miles and takes about 2h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East 2nd Street, State Highway 31, I 45. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 72.9 miles from Hico, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.02 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 51m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 46.4 miles (FM 1637): Lane positioning matters here; at 71.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 117.1 miles (TX 31 / Corsicana Bypass): Lane positioning matters here.
Between Hico, TX and Rhode Island, TX, road signs point toward To Tx 31: Mexia and Corsicana.

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