Trip from Laredo, TX to Anthony, TX

Drive Time

11h 11m

Distance

625.2 mi

1,006 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$96

one way

EV Charging

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min

4 AM

11h 2m ★

6 AM

11h 12m

8 AM

11h 32m

10 AM

11h 19m

12 PM

11h 17m

3 PM

11h 20m

5 PM

11h 31m

8 PM

11h 6m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Laredo, TX

Jeff Stapleton

Trip Overview

The drive from Laredo, TX to Anthony, TX covers 625.2 miles and takes about 11h 11m behind the wheel. It usually feels better as a 2-day road trip than as one long push.

The route leans on La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor, US Highway 90 West, US Highway 285 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is long-distance drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 244.1 miles on La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor. At current regular gas prices, budget about $95.50 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

3 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

312.6 miles from Laredo, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5h 50m into the drive .

Drive Character

At 625.2 miles and 11h 11m of driving, this is a route where fuel stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single turn. The main roads are La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor and US Highway 90 West.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor is the longest continuous segment at about 244.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

At 11h 11m, this is a long-haul route where pacing matters more than any single turn. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near San Dario Avenue.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 625.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (San Dario Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 18.1 miles (US 83): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 185.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 25 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.3 mi into trip | ~0m in | San Dario Avenue

Turn left onto San Dario Avenue

Navigation decision point

18.1 mi into trip | ~19m in | US 83

Take the exit onto US 83 toward US 83 North: Carrizo Springs, Uvalde

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 18 Toward US 83 North: Carrizo Springs, Uvalde

185.3 mi into trip | ~3h 26m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

367.1 mi into trip | ~6h 53m in | Interstate 10 West

At end of road, turn left onto Interstate 10 West

Navigation decision point

612.9 mi into trip | ~10h 54m in | I 10; US 85; US 180 / Camino Real de Tierra Adentro

Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 85; US 180 / Camino Real de Tierra Adentro

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor	244.1 mi	3h 58m
US Highway 90 West	112.9 mi	2h 7m
US Highway 285	63.4 mi	1h 12m
US Highway 83 North	62.2 mi	1h 4m
Del Río Boulevard	47.5 mi	54m
Peña Street	42.1 mi	48m
Purple Heart Trail	17.7 mi	19m
Judge Mike L Fernandez Loop	11.8 mi	12m

Longest stretch: La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor — 244.1 mi, about 3h 58m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Laredo, TX and Anthony, TX.

Start on Matamoros Street

0.3 mi · 46 sec · Matamoros Street

Turn left onto San Dario Avenue

0.1 mi · 11 sec · San Dario Avenue

Continue on I 35; I 27; US 83

18 mi · 19 min · Purple Heart Trail

Take the exit onto US 83

0.3 mi · 34 sec · US 83

Exit 18 Toward US 83 North: Carrizo Springs, Uvalde

Turn left onto US 83

484 ft · 7 sec · US Highway 83 North

At end of road, turn right onto US 83

62 mi · 1 hr 4 min · US Highway 83 North

Continue on US 83

0.3 mi · 30 sec · South 1st Street

Turn left onto US 277

42 mi · 48 min · Peña Street

Take the exit

230 ft · 6 sec

Merge onto US 277

2.7 mi · 4 min · North Veterans Boulevard

Turn right onto US 277

48 mi · 54 min · Del Río Boulevard

Turn right onto Loop 79

12 mi · 12 min · Judge Mike L Fernandez Loop

Take the exit onto Loop 79

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Loop 79

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 21 sec

Merge onto US 90

6.8 mi · 7 min · US Highway 90 West

Continue on US 90

0.1 mi · 7 sec · United States Highway 90

Merge onto US 90

106 mi · 2 hr · US Highway 90 West

Continue on US 90

2.0 mi · 2 min · East Oak Street

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 19 sec

Merge onto US 285

63 mi · 1 hr 12 min · US Highway 285

Continue on US 285

0.3 mi · 27 sec · North Alamo Street

Turn left onto I 10 Bus; US 285; US 385

1.4 mi · 1 min · East Dickinson Boulevard

Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 Bus; US 285

1.2 mi · 1 min · West Dickinson Boulevard

Keep slight right at fork onto Redwood Street

0.3 mi · 30 sec · Redwood Street

At end of road, turn left onto Interstate 10 West

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Interstate 10 West

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 49 sec

Toward I 10 West: El Paso

Merge onto I 10; US 67

244 mi · 3 hr 58 min · La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 10; US 85; US 180

1.1 mi · 1 min · Camino Real de Tierra Adentro

Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 85; US 180

9.4 mi · 11 min · Camino Real de Tierra Adentro

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 14 sec

Toward FM 1905: Anthony

Turn straight onto North Desert Boulevard

1.2 mi · 3 min · North Desert Boulevard

Turn left onto FM 1905

0.6 mi · 1 min · Antonio Street

Continue on FM 1905

0.8 mi · 1 min · Franklin Street

At end of road, turn right onto TX 20; FM 1905

261 ft · 8 sec · South Main Street

Turn right onto Jefferson Street

122 ft · 5 sec · Jefferson Street

Arrive at destination

Jefferson Street

Trip Plan

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 drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.

Plan roughly 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 312.6 miles from Laredo, TX, or about 5h 50m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 244.1 miles.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 138 miles or 2h 32m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 312.6 miles or 5h 50m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Overnight split

Day 1 wrap after about 312.6 miles or 5h 50m

Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 10h 7m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Anthony, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Laredo, TX

Aim for roughly 313 miles and 5.6 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Anthony, TX

Aim for roughly 313 miles and 5.6 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 138 miles from Laredo, TX.

This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.

Plan about 3 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor for about 244.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 312.6 mi from Laredo, TX · 5h 50m into the drive

First major stop

Coffee and fuel

Eagle Pass, TX

206 mi into the route

Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch

This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.

Second major stop

Overnight candidate

Fort Davis, TX

413 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Fort Davis, TX

Overnight Options

Night 1

McCamey, TX

313 mi · about 5.6h in

A practical overnight split lands near McCamey, TX after about 313 miles or 5.6 hours of driving.

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Pacing Suggestions

Eagle Pass, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 138 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

McCamey, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 312.6 miles from Laredo, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 313 miles or 5.6 hours on the road.

Final-third reset

Rest stop

Plan one more short stretch-and-water break in the final third of the drive so the last arrival window feels easier.

Arriving in Anthony, TX

The final approach into Anthony, 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 Anthony, TX.

On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Anthony, TX with some flexibility left in the schedule.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Chamizal National Memorial

National Memorial

Chamizal is more than just an urban park to recreate or enjoy a quiet afternoon. These grounds are a reminder of the harmonious settlement of a 100-year boundary dispute between the United States and...

1 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 603.6

View on nps.gov

Amistad National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

An oasis in the desert, Amistad National Recreation Area consists of the US portion of the International Amistad Reservoir. Amistad, a Spanish word meaning "friendship," is known for excellent water-b...

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Free near mile 194

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$95.50 one way

$191.01 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 219 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$104.66	$209.32
premium	$4.59	$113.00	$226.01
diesel	$5.64	$138.90	$277.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$96

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$226–$336

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 218.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $66 in charging · 2 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	187.6	2	$65.65	$30.01
Efficient EV	156.3	1	$54.71	$25.01
EV Truck/SUV	250.1	3	$87.53	$40.01

Gas CO2

219 kg

EV CO2

73 kg (67% less)

Plan for 2 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Laredo, TX

Morning in Laredo on Monday

Local time

7:18 AM

CDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Anthony, TX

Morning in Anthony on Monday

Local time

6:18 AM

MDT

Current temp

83°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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.

For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.

Time zone

1 hour earlier

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

12 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

11h 11m on the road

This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.

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 Anthony, TX covers 625.2 miles and takes about 11h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor, US Highway 90 West, US Highway 285. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 313 miles on day one.

The midpoint is about 312.6 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 $95.50 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

Plan about 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

The route from Laredo, TX to Anthony, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Laredo, TX to Anthony, TX

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Overnight Options

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Anthony, TX

National Parks Near This Route

Chamizal National Memorial

Amistad National Recreation Area

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Laredo, TX

Anthony, TX

1 hour earlier

12 degrees warmer at arrival

11h 11m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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