Origin
Laredo, TX
Afternoon in Laredo on Sunday
Local time
2:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Laredo, TX to Alice, TX
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
98.1 mi
158 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
Laredo, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Alice, TX
Action Construction Equipment Ltd. - ACE
Trip Overview
Connecting Laredo to Alice, this 98.1-mile journey takes approximately 1 hour and 52 minutes to complete. Because the entire trip stays within the Great Plains region of Texas, you will experience a consistent landscape throughout your drive. It is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or mid-trip hotel bookings. With a fuel budget of about $15, this route is an economical choice for travelers moving between these two South Texas hubs. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, the straightforward nature of this drive makes it an easy addition to your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
49.1 miles from Laredo, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you transition between various road types. You will spend roughly 28% of the journey on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 64.6 miles along the Lloyd Bentsen Highway. The route relies on a mix of thoroughfares, including TX 44 and Clark Boulevard, to navigate you toward your destination. Since this is not a monotonous interstate cruise, you should prepare for shifting road conditions rather than a constant, high-speed pace. The personality of this drive is defined by its localized feel, requiring you to stay alert as you maneuver through different segments of the trip.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lloyd Bentsen Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 64.6 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near San Dario Avenue.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Laredo, TX to Alice, TX is easy. At 1h 52m with 28% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (San Dario Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Park Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (Bob Bullock Loop): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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San Dario Avenue
Turn left onto San Dario Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Park Street
Turn right onto Park Street
Navigation decision point
4
4.4 mi into trip
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~8m in
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Bob Bullock Loop
Turn left onto Bob Bullock Loop
Navigation decision point
3
5.2 mi into trip
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~9m in
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US 59 / East Saunders Street
Merge onto US 59 / East Saunders Street
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
98.1 mi into trip
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~1h 52m in
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East 2nd Street
Turn right onto East 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lloyd Bentsen Highway | 64.6 mi | 1h 9m |
| TX 44 | 27.1 mi | 30m |
| Clark Boulevard | 3 mi | 5m |
| East Saunders Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Bob Bullock Loop | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| San Dario Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Park Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Matamoros Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Lloyd Bentsen Highway
— 64.6 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laredo, TX and Alice, TX.
1
Start on Matamoros Street
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Matamoros Street
2
Turn left onto San Dario Avenue
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
San Dario Avenue
3
Continue on San Dario Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
San Dario Avenue
4
Turn right onto Park Street
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Park Street
5
Continue on Clark Boulevard
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Clark Boulevard
6
Turn left onto Bob Bullock Loop
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Bob Bullock Loop
7
Take the ramp
231 ft
·
6 sec
8
Merge onto US 59
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Saunders Street
9
Continue on US 59
65 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
Lloyd Bentsen Highway
10
Continue on TX 44
27 mi
·
30 min
·
TX 44
11
Turn left onto South Cameron Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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South Cameron Street
12
Turn right onto East 2nd Street
94 ft
·
4 sec
·
East 2nd Street
13
Arrive at destination
East 2nd Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your personal preference. You will not need to schedule any formal stops along the way, as the drive is short enough to handle in one go. However, keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the roads means you should prioritize comfort and safety over speed. Before heading out, double-check that your fuel tank is ready for the roughly $15 investment required for the 98.1-mile trek. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to familiarize yourself with the transition points between Clark Boulevard and the Lloyd Bentsen Highway beforehand, as these junctions are central to your navigation.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 49.1 miles from Laredo, TX, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.6 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.1 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alice, 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.
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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 Laredo, TX
This is one driving day of about 98.1 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Laredo, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Lloyd Bentsen Highway for about 64.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.1 mi from Laredo, TX · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 49.1 miles from Laredo, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Lloyd Bentsen Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.6 miles.
Arriving in Alice, TX
The final approach into Alice, 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 Alice, 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
$14.99 one way
$29.97 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $16.42 | $32.84 |
| premium | $4.59 | $17.73 | $35.46 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.79 | $43.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.30 | $4.71 |
| Efficient EV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.58 | $3.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.2 | 0 | $13.73 | $6.28 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
Alice, TX
Afternoon in Alice on Sunday
Local time
2:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
70°F
San Diego, TX
49 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
1 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
1h 52m 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 Alice, TX covers 98.1 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lloyd Bentsen Highway, TX 44, Clark Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.1 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 $14.99 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.
The drive from Laredo, TX to Alice, TX is easy. At 1h 52m with 28% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (San Dario Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Park Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (Bob Bullock Loop): Navigation decision point.
The route from Laredo, TX to Alice, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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