Origin
Laredo, TX
Night in Laredo on Thursday
Local time
10:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Laredo, TX to Cameron Park, TX
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
3h 55m
Distance
201 mi
324 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 43m
★
6 AM
3h 55m
8 AM
4h 21m
10 AM
4h 4m
12 PM
4h 2m
3 PM
4h 6m
5 PM
4h 20m
8 PM
3h 48m
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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Cameron Park, TX
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Laredo to Cameron Park covers a 201-mile journey that takes approximately 3 hours and 55 minutes to complete. Because this route is entirely local, you should plan on setting aside one full day to navigate the turns comfortably. Budget roughly $31 for fuel to cover the distance across this stretch of the Great Plains. Since you will be staying within the same region, the transition between these two Texas locations is straightforward. This trip is best suited as a single-day excursion, as the road conditions don't typically necessitate an overnight stay.
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
100.5 miles from Laredo, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 59m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 55m. Total distance: 201 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will spend your time navigating through Chihuahua Street, North Meadow Avenue, and South Zapata Highway. The lack of major highway segments means the pace remains steady and attentive throughout the entire 201 miles. Because the road is composed of local connections, you won't find long, monotonous stretches, but rather a constant need to focus on local navigation. Be prepared for a more hands-on driving experience than you might encounter on a typical cross-country trip.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
United States Highway 83 is the longest continuous segment at about 62 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 123.2 miles in near US 83 / La Joya Bypass.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 201 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 123.2 miles (US 83 / La Joya Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 177.2 miles (US 83): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 178.1 miles (I 69E; US 77; US 83 / U.S. Highway 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
123.2 mi into trip
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~2h 25m in
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US 83 / La Joya Bypass
Keep slight left at fork onto US 83 / La Joya Bypass
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
177.2 mi into trip
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~3h 25m in
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US 83
Keep slight right at fork onto US 83 toward I 69E South, US 77, US 83: Brownsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 69E South, US 77, US 83: Brownsville
5
178.1 mi into trip
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~3h 26m in
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I 69E; US 77; US 83 / U.S. Highway 77
Merge onto I 69E; US 77; US 83 / U.S. Highway 77
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
193.4 mi into trip
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~3h 43m in
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I 169; TX 550 Toll / Interstate 169
Keep slight right at fork onto I 169; TX 550 Toll / Interstate 169 toward TX 550 Toll: Port of Brownsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 10B
Toward TX 550 Toll: Port of Brownsville
6
195.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 46m in
Take the exit toward FM 1847: Paredes Line Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward FM 1847: Paredes Line Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| United States Highway 83 | 62 mi | 1h 9m |
| La Joya Bypass | 53.9 mi | 59m |
| North Grant Street | 17.4 mi | 20m |
| East US Highway 83 | 15.1 mi | 17m |
| US Highway 83 South | 14.2 mi | 15m |
| U.S. Highway 77 | 13.2 mi | 14m |
| South Zapata Highway | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| West Expressway 83 | 3.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
United States Highway 83
— 62 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laredo, TX and Cameron Park, TX.
1
Start on Matamoros Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Matamoros Street
2
Continue on US 83
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 US 83
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
South Zapata Highway
5
Continue on US 83
14 mi
·
15 min
·
US Highway 83 South
6
Continue on US 83
54 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
United States Highway 83
7
Continue on US 83
17 mi
·
20 min
·
North Grant Street
8
Continue on US 83
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
United States Highway 83
9
Continue on US 83
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Main Street
10
Continue on US 83
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
11
Continue on US 83
15 mi
·
17 min
·
East US Highway 83
12
Continue on US 83
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
West Expressway 83
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 83
54 mi
·
59 min
·
La Joya Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 83
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 83
Toward I 69E South, US 77, US 83: Brownsville
15
Merge onto I 69E; US 77; US 83
13 mi
·
14 min
·
U.S. Highway 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on I 69E; US 77; US 83
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Expressway
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 169; TX 550 Toll
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Interstate 169
Exit 10B
Toward TX 550 Toll: Port of Brownsville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward FM 1847: Paredes Line Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn straight onto FM 511
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
FM 511
20
Turn right onto FM 1847
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Paredes Line Road
21
Turn left onto Avenida Gregory
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Avenida Gregory
22
Turn right onto Avenida Florencia
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Avenida Florencia
23
Arrive at destination
Avenida Florencia
Trip Plan
Since your journey is under four hours, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around local traffic patterns. Aim to complete your one planned stop mid-way through the drive to keep your energy levels consistent. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $31 estimated cost assumes a steady pace on local roads where frequent stops and turns can impact efficiency. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, prioritize checking your navigation frequently to stay on the correct path through the various local streets. Staying alert is key when navigating these non-highway roads, so build in time to stretch your legs during your stop.
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 100.5 miles from Laredo, TX, or about 1h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62 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 44 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100.5 miles or 1h 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cameron Park, 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.
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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 Laredo, TX
This is one driving day of about 201 miles and 3h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 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.
The longest stretch is on United States Highway 83 for about 62 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 100.5 mi from Laredo, TX · 1h 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
101 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 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 100.5 miles from Laredo, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before United States Highway 83 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 62 miles.
Arriving in Cameron Park, TX
The final approach into Cameron Park, 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 Cameron Park, 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
$30.37 one way
$60.74 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
70 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $33.24 | $66.49 |
| premium | $4.54 | $35.89 | $71.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.38 | $88.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.3 | 0 | $21.10 | $9.65 |
| Efficient EV | 50.3 | 0 | $17.59 | $8.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 80.4 | 1 | $28.14 | $12.86 |
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
24 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
Cameron Park, TX
Night in Cameron Park on Thursday
Local time
10:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Roma, TX
101 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
3h 55m 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 Cameron Park, TX covers 201 miles and takes about 3h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are United States Highway 83, La Joya Bypass, North Grant Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 100.5 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 $30.37 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 201 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 123.2 miles (US 83 / La Joya Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 177.2 miles (US 83): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 178.1 miles (I 69E; US 77; US 83 / U.S. Highway 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Laredo, TX to Cameron Park, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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