Origin
Hughes Springs, TX
Afternoon in Hughes Springs on Sunday
Local time
3:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hughes Springs, TX to Rhode Island, TX
Drive Time
3h 18m
Distance
148.1 mi
238 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 7m
★
6 AM
3h 19m
8 AM
3h 43m
10 AM
3h 27m
12 PM
3h 25m
3 PM
3h 28m
5 PM
3h 41m
8 PM
3h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hughes Springs, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Rhode Island, TX
Beth Fitzpatrick
Trip Overview
Spanning 148.1 miles across the Texas Great Plains, this drive from Hughes Springs to Rhode Island is a straightforward journey typically taking 3 hours and 18 minutes. Given the manageable duration, it works perfectly as a single-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $23 on fuel for the trek. The route relies primarily on TX 155, State Highway 31 East, and FM 59 to navigate through the region. Because both your starting point and destination are situated within the Great Plains, you will enjoy a consistent landscape throughout the duration of your trip.
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
74.1 miles from Hughes Springs, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive is defined by its efficiency, with 83% of the journey spent on major roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm behind the wheel, particularly during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 41.6 miles on TX 155. The transition between these primary thoroughfares offers a balance between faster highway speeds and the slightly more relaxed pace of FM 59. While the road surface remains consistent, the character of the drive shifts as you move between the segments of state highways and local roads. It is a practical route designed for steady progress rather than winding exploration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
TX 155 is the longest continuous segment at about 41.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TX 155 and State Highway 31 East. You will hit about 22 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near TX 11; TX 49; FM 250 / 1st Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 148.1 miles you will encounter 22 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (TX 11; TX 49; FM 250 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 45.1 miles (US 80; TX 155 / West Broadway Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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TX 11; TX 49; FM 250 / 1st Street
Turn right onto TX 11; TX 49; FM 250 / 1st Street
Navigation decision point
5
14.6 mi into trip
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~24m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
45.1 mi into trip
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~59m in
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US 80; TX 155 / West Broadway Street
Turn right onto US 80; TX 155 / West Broadway Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
45.9 mi into trip
|
~1h in
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TX 155
Turn left onto TX 155
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
100 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TX 155 | 41.6 mi | 47m |
| State Highway 31 East | 21 mi | 24m |
| FM 59 | 12.6 mi | 22m |
| FM 488 | 10.3 mi | 18m |
| South Main Street | 7.2 mi | 10m |
| North US Highway 287 | 6.8 mi | 10m |
| East FM 833 | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| FM 250 | 6 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
TX 155
— 41.6 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hughes Springs, TX and Rhode Island, TX.
1
Start on Ward
104 ft
·
6 sec
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Ward
2
Turn right onto TX 11; TX 49; FM 250
428 ft
·
12 sec
·
1st Street
3
Turn left onto FM 161; FM 250
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
FM 161; FM 250
4
Turn right onto FM 250
6.0 mi
·
10 min
·
FM 250
5
Turn left onto US 259
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
South Main Street
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
7
Keep slight right at fork
302 ft
·
8 sec
8
Merge onto TX 155
16 mi
·
17 min
·
TX 155
9
Turn left onto US 271; TX 155
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Wood Street
10
Turn straight onto TX 155
13 mi
·
15 min
·
TX 155
11
Turn right onto US 80; TX 155
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway Street
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto TX 155
13 mi
·
14 min
·
TX 155
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto US 271; TX 155
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
US Highway 271
14
Turn right onto Loop 323
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East Northeast Loop 323
15
Continue on Loop 323
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
West Northwest Loop 323
16
Continue on Loop 323
0.6 mi
·
43 sec
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South Southwest Loop 323
17
Turn right onto TX 31
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Chandler Highway
18
Continue on TX 31
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 31 West
19
Continue on TX 31
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Highway 31
20
Continue on TX 31
21 mi
·
24 min
·
State Highway 31 East
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
22
Merge onto US 175; TX 19; Loop 7
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Dewitt C Greer Loop
23
Turn left onto Mill Run Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Mill Run Road
24
Turn right onto FM 753
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
FM 753
25
Turn left onto FM 59
13 mi
·
22 min
·
FM 59
26
Turn right onto US 287
6.8 mi
·
10 min
·
North US Highway 287
27
Turn left onto FM 488
10 mi
·
18 min
·
FM 488
28
Turn right onto FM 833
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
East FM 833
29
Turn left onto County Road 161
10 ft
·
0 sec
·
County Road 161
30
Arrive at destination
County Road 161
Trip Plan
Since the trip is just over three hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to depart whenever suits you best. Plan for at least one dedicated stop along the way to stretch your legs and break up the 148-mile drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before heading out, as the $23 estimated cost can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and local prices. Because the route is relatively short, you can easily manage the entire distance in one go, but don't hesitate to pull over if you encounter heavy traffic on the highway portions. A pro tip for this specific route: prioritize checking your route map before hitting the FM 59 transition to ensure you stay on track through the secondary road segments.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 74.1 miles from Hughes Springs, TX, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.6 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 80 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.1 miles or 1h 35m 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 37m
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 Hughes Springs, 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 Hughes Springs, TX
This is one driving day of about 148.1 miles and 3h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hughes Springs, 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 TX 155 for about 41.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.1 mi from Hughes Springs, TX · 1h 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74.1 miles from Hughes Springs, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.62 one way
$45.25 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $24.79 | $49.58 |
| premium | $4.59 | $26.77 | $53.54 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $32.90 | $65.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.55 | $7.11 |
| Efficient EV | 37 | 0 | $12.96 | $5.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.2 | 0 | $20.73 | $9.48 |
Gas CO2
52 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.
Destination
Rhode Island, TX
Afternoon in Rhode Island on Sunday
Local time
3:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
63°F
Garland, TX
74 mi in
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
3h 18m 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 Hughes Springs, TX to Rhode Island, TX covers 148.1 miles and takes about 3h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are TX 155, State Highway 31 East, FM 59. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74.1 miles from Hughes Springs, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.62 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 148.1 miles you will encounter 22 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (TX 11; TX 49; FM 250 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 45.1 miles (US 80; TX 155 / West Broadway Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Hughes Springs, TX to Rhode Island, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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