Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 52m
Distance
300 mi
483 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Four Corners, TX
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The drive from Laredo, TX to Four Corners, TX covers 300 miles and takes about 5h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 59, Lloyd Bentsen Highway, US Highway 59 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 159.7 miles on US 59. At current regular gas prices, budget about $45.33 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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
150 miles from Laredo, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 55m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 52m. Total distance: 300 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 5h 52m highway drive covering 300 miles, with most of the trip on US 59 and Lloyd Bentsen Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 159.7 miles on US 59.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 59 and Lloyd Bentsen Highway. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near San Dario Avenue.
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 300 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.3 miles (San Dario Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Park Street): Navigation decision point; at 179.7 miles (Northwest Zac Lentz Parkway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto San Dario Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Park Street
Navigation decision point
Take the exit onto Northwest Zac Lentz Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Merge onto I 69; US 59 / Southwest Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward First Colony Boulevard, Sweetwater Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 59 | 159.7 mi | 3h 2m |
| Lloyd Bentsen Highway | 57.6 mi | 1h 1m |
| US Highway 59 East | 47.7 mi | 53m |
| Southwest Freeway | 13 mi | 14m |
| State Highway 6 South | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Clark Boulevard | 3 mi | 5m |
| US 59 Northbound Frontage Road | 2 mi | 4m |
| Southwest Freeway Frontage Road | 2 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Laredo, TX and Four Corners, TX.
Start on Matamoros Street
Turn left onto San Dario Avenue
Continue on San Dario Avenue
Turn right onto Park Street
Continue on Clark Boulevard
Turn left onto Bob Bullock Loop
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 59
Continue on US 59
Turn left onto US 59
Continue on US 59
Continue on US 59
Take the exit onto Northwest Zac Lentz Parkway
Merge onto US 59; US 77
Take the exit
Continue on 59 Northbound Frontage Road
Continue on this road
Continue on US 59 Northbound Frontage Road
Continue on Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 69; US 59
Take the exit
Turn straight onto Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
Turn left onto First Colony Boulevard
Turn left onto TX 6
Continue on TX 6
Turn left onto West Bellfort Street
Turn right onto Old Richmond Road
Arrive at destination
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.
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 66 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 150 miles or 2h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Four Corners, TX than in the middle of the route.
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 300 miles and 5h 52m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 150 mi from Laredo, TX · 2h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
150 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 66 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 150 miles from Laredo, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 59 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 159.7 miles.
The final approach into Four Corners, 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 Four Corners, TX.
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.
Regular Gas
$45.33 one way
$90.66 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $49.62 | $99.24 |
| premium | $4.54 | $53.56 | $107.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $66.24 | $132.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 105 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 90 | 1 | $31.50 | $14.40 |
| Efficient EV | 75 | 0 | $26.25 | $12.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 120 | 1 | $42.00 | $19.20 |
Gas CO2
105 kg
EV CO2
35 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Laredo on Thursday
Local time
6:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
95°F
Sunny
Destination
Evening in Four Corners on Thursday
Local time
6:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
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
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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