Drive Time
7h 30m
Distance
438.4 mi
706 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$65
one way
Photo: Jeff Stapleton
The drive from Kermit, TX to Laredo, TX covers 438.4 miles and takes about 7h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Austin Street, South Poplar Street, Highway 18 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $65.22 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
219.2 miles from Kermit, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 45m into the drive .
Expect a 7h 30m drive with frequent turns across 438.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Austin Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Poplar Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 18 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Loop Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Stockton Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| D Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Dickinson Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Alamo Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Kermit, TX and Laredo, TX.
Start on the route
Turn left onto East Austin Street
Turn left onto South Poplar Street
Continue on South State Highway 18
Turn right onto North Loop Road
Turn right onto South Stockton Avenue
Continue on D Avenue
Turn left onto West Dickinson Boulevard
Turn right onto North Alamo Street
Continue on Sanderson Highway
At the end of the road, turn left onto West Oak Street
Continue on US Highway 90 East
Take the exit left
At the end of the road, turn left
Turn left onto North Veterans Boulevard
Turn left onto East Main Street
Turn right onto South 5th Street
Turn slight left onto Loop 225
At the end of the road, turn right onto South US Highway 83
Continue on I-35 Frontage Road
Take the ramp straight
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
Turn right onto Houston Street
Turn left onto Salinas Avenue
Turn left onto Matamoros Street
Arrive at your destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 96 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 219.2 miles or 3h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Laredo, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Kermit, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Kermit, TX
This is one driving day of about 438.4 miles and 7h 30m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 219.2 mi from Kermit, TX · 3h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
219 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.
A short stop after about 96 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 219.2 miles from Kermit, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Laredo, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$65.22 one way
$130.45 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $73.39 | $146.78 |
| premium | $4.59 | $79.24 | $158.48 |
| diesel | $3.99 | $68.92 | $137.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$65
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$90–$115
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 153.4 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $46 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 131.5 | 1 | $46.03 | $21.04 |
| Efficient EV | 109.6 | 1 | $38.36 | $17.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 175.4 | 2 | $61.38 | $28.06 |
Gas CO2
153 kg
EV CO2
51 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Kermit on Saturday
Local time
9:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Laredo on Saturday
Local time
9:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
71°F
Eagle Pass, TX
219 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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