Origin
Laredo, TX
Late night in Laredo on Friday
Local time
2:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Laredo, TX to Alton North (historical), TX
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
2h 53m
Distance
143.9 mi
232 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 42m
★
6 AM
2h 53m
8 AM
3h 15m
10 AM
3h 1m
12 PM
2h 59m
3 PM
3h 2m
5 PM
3h 14m
8 PM
2h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Laredo, TX
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Alton North (historical), TX
Mark Direen
Trip Overview
The drive from Laredo, TX to Alton North (historical), TX covers 143.9 miles and takes about 2h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Chihuahua Street, North Meadow Avenue, South Zapata Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.74 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
71.9 miles from Laredo, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 53m. Total distance: 143.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 53m drive with frequent turns across 143.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Chihuahua Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Laredo, TX to Alton North (historical), TX is easy. At 2h 53m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Laredo, TX to Alton North (historical), TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chihuahua Street | — | — |
| North Meadow Avenue | — | — |
| South Zapata Highway | — | — |
| Highway 83 South | — | — |
| Highway 83 | — | — |
| North Grant Street | — | — |
| West Main Street | — | — |
| East Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Chihuahua Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laredo, TX and Alton North (historical), TX.
1
Start on Matamoros Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Matamoros Street
2
Continue on Chihuahua Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Chihuahua Street
3
Turn right onto North Meadow Avenue
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
North Meadow Avenue
4
Turn right onto South Zapata Highway
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
South Zapata Highway
5
Continue on US Highway 83 South
14 mi
·
15 min
·
US Highway 83 South
6
Continue on United States Highway 83
54 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
United States Highway 83
7
Continue on North Grant Street
17 mi
·
20 min
·
North Grant Street
8
Continue on United States Highway 83
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
United States Highway 83
9
Continue on West Main Street
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
West Main Street
10
Continue on East Main Street
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
11
Continue on East US Highway 83
15 mi
·
17 min
·
East US Highway 83
12
Continue on West Expressway 83
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
West Expressway 83
13
Keep slight left to continue on La Joya Bypass
12 mi
·
13 min
·
La Joya Bypass
14
Take the exit slight right toward US 83 Business: Inspiration Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
US 83 Business: Inspiration Road
15
Turn straight onto Expressway 83
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Expressway 83
16
Turn straight onto West US Business 83
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West US Business 83
17
Continue on West 9th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West 9th Street
18
Turn left onto North Conway Avenue
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
North Conway Avenue
19
Turn right onto Main Avenue
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Main Avenue
20
Turn left onto Mayberry Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Mayberry Road
21
Arrive at your destination
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 71.9 miles from Laredo, TX, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
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 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 71.9 miles or 1h 26m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alton North (historical), TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Laredo, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Laredo, TX
This is one driving day of about 143.9 miles and 2h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Laredo, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 71.9 mi from Laredo, TX · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
72 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 71.9 miles from Laredo, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Alton North (historical), TX
The final approach into Alton North (historical), 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 Alton North (historical), 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
$21.74 one way
$43.49 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
50 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $23.80 | $47.60 |
| premium | $4.54 | $25.69 | $51.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.77 | $63.54 |
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: 50.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.2 | 0 | $15.11 | $6.91 |
| Efficient EV | 36 | 0 | $12.59 | $5.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 57.6 | 0 | $20.15 | $9.21 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Alton North (historical), TX
Late night in Alton North (historical) on Friday
Local time
2:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Roma, TX
72 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
14 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 53m 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 Laredo, TX to Alton North (historical), TX covers 143.9 miles and takes about 2h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Chihuahua Street, North Meadow Avenue, South Zapata Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 71.9 miles from Laredo, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.74 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.
The drive from Laredo, TX to Alton North (historical), TX is easy. At 2h 53m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Laredo, TX to Alton North (historical), TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Laredo, TX to Alton North (historical), TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.
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