The drive from Marfa, TX to Rhode Island, TX covers 560.1 miles and takes about 10h 18m 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 84, United States Highway 190 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is long-distance drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 155.5 miles on La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $84.63 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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
280 miles from Marfa, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 45m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Solo Traveler
10h 18m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Long-distance drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
At 560.1 miles and 10h 18m 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 84.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 58 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 155.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
At 10h 18m, 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 early in the drive near TX 17 / South Highland Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 36 significant decision points across 560.1 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: near the start (TX 17 / South Highland Street): Navigation decision point; at 237.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 393.4 miles (US 84): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 36 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|TX 17 / South Highland Street
Turn right onto TX 17 / South Highland Street
Navigation decision point
6
237.1 mi into trip|~3h 58m in
Take the exit toward Loop 467, RM 864: Fort McKavett
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 404
Toward Loop 467, RM 864: Fort McKavett
6
393.4 mi into trip|~7h 7m in|US 84
At end of road, turn right onto US 84
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
484.1 mi into trip|~8h 52m in
Take the exit toward US 84: Waco Drive, Bellmead Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 338
Toward US 84: Waco Drive, Bellmead Drive
7
557.5 mi into trip|~10h 13m in
Take the exit toward FM 833
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 206
Toward FM 833
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Marfa, TX and Rhode Island, TX, road signs point toward Loop 467 and Rm 864: Fort Mckavett.
Loop 467
237.1 mi in|~3h 58m
Rm 864: Fort Mckavett
237.1 mi in|~3h 58m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
155.5 mi
2h 26m
US 84
83.5 mi
1h 33m
United States Highway 190
59.6 mi
1h 14m
Ranch Road 864
42 mi
45m
State Highway 31
35.8 mi
38m
South US Higway 67
25.4 mi
28m
US Highway 90 East
24.9 mi
26m
US Highway 67
21.6 mi
24m
Longest stretch:
La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
— 155.5 mi, about 2h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marfa, TX and Rhode Island, TX.
1
Start on this road
190 ft·15 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto TX 17
181 ft·13 sec·South Highland Street
3
Turn left onto US 67; US 90
0.4 mi·57 sec·East San Antonio Street
4
Continue on US 67; US 90
25 mi·26 min·US Highway 90 East
5
Continue on US 67; US 90
1.6 mi·1 min·West Holland Avenue
6
Continue on US 67; US 90
7.6 mi·8 min·East US Highway 90
7
Turn slight left onto US 67
22 mi·24 min·US Highway 67
8
Continue on US 67
25 mi·28 min·South US Higway 67
9
Turn right onto Interstate 10 West
0.1 mi·13 sec·Interstate 10 West
10
Take the ramp onto La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
156 mi·2 hr 26 min·La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
Toward I 10 East: Fort Stockton
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 404Toward Loop 467, RM 864: Fort McKavett
12
Turn left onto Loop 467
263 ft·6 sec·Loop 467
13
Continue on Loop 467
0.2 mi·11 sec·Loop 467
14
Continue on RM 864
42 mi·45 min·Ranch Road 864
15
At end of road, turn right onto US 190
16 mi·17 min·West US Highway 190
16
At end of road, turn left onto US 83; US 190
1.2 mi·1 min·Frisco Avenue
17
Turn right onto US 190
11 mi·11 min·East US Highway 190
18
Continue on US 190
19 mi·27 min·United States Highway 190
19
Continue on US 190
0.9 mi·1 min·Menard Highway
20
At end of road, turn left onto US 87; US 190; US 377
1.4 mi·1 min·Bridge Street
21
At end of road, turn left onto US 87; US 190; US 377
131 ft·1 sec·Commerce Street
22
Turn right onto US 190; US 377
218 ft·5 sec·Church Street
23
Turn right onto US 190; US 377
327 ft·14 sec·Main Street
24
Turn left onto US 190; US 377
0.7 mi·52 sec·Bridge Street
25
Turn right onto US 190
0.1 mi·8 sec·Boy Street
26
Continue on US 190
41 mi·46 min·United States Highway 190
27
Turn left onto TX 16
21 mi·31 min·North High Street
28
At end of road, turn left onto US 183; TX 16
0.3 mi·24 sec·Fisher Street
29
Turn right onto Loop 15
0.5 mi·55 sec·4th Street
30
At end of road, turn right onto US 84
83 mi·1 hr 33 min·US 84
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Take the exit onto Spur 298
1.5 mi·2 min·Spur 298
Toward Spur 298: Franklin Avenue
32
Turn slight right
258 ft·9 sec
33
Take the ramp onto South Valley Mills Drive
0.1 mi·18 sec·South Valley Mills Drive
34
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·15 sec
35
Merge onto Loop 396
1.5 mi·2 min·South Valley Mills Drive
36
Turn left onto South Jack Kultgen Expressway
0.9 mi·1 min·South Jack Kultgen Expressway
37
Take the ramp
444 ft·10 sec
Toward I 35 North, US 77 North
38
Continue on US 77
0.3 mi·34 sec·US 77
39
Merge onto I 35; US 77
2.7 mi·3 min·South Jack Kultgen Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
40
Take the exit
0.3 mi·28 sec
Exit 338Toward US 84: Waco Drive, Bellmead DriveUse the straight / slight right lanes.
41
Turn straight onto North Jack Kultgen Expressway
0.3 mi·30 sec·North Jack Kultgen Expressway
42
Turn right onto US 84
0.3 mi·52 sec·East Waco Drive
43
Continue on US 84
2.6 mi·4 min·Bellmead Drive
44
Continue on US 84
2.7 mi·3 min·East US Highway 84
45
Continue on TX 31
17 mi·17 min·State Highway 31
46
Continue on TX 31
5.3 mi·5 min·Hubbard Bypass
47
Continue on TX 31
19 mi·21 min·State Highway 31
48
Turn right onto TX 31
5.5 mi·6 min·Corsicana Bypass
Use the straight lane.
49
Turn right onto South Interstate 45
0.5 mi·50 sec·South Interstate 45
50
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·32 sec
51
Merge onto I 45
20 mi·19 min·I 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
52
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Exit 206Toward FM 833Use the straight / slight right lanes.
53
Turn left onto North Interstate 45
307 ft·10 sec·North Interstate 45
54
Turn left onto FM 833
1.3 mi·3 min·FM 833
55
At end of road, turn right onto TX 75; FM 833
52 ft·1 sec·North State Highway 75
56
Turn left onto FM 833
0.9 mi·1 min·East FM 833
57
Turn right onto County Road 161
10 ft·0 sec·County Road 161
58
Arrive at destination
County Road 161
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 280 miles from Marfa, TX, or about 4h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 155.5 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 123 miles or 2h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 280 miles or 4h 45m 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 280 miles or 4h 45m
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 9h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rhode Island, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Marfa, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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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 Marfa, TX
Aim for roughly 280 miles and 5.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Rhode Island, TX
Aim for roughly 280 miles and 5.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 123 miles from Marfa, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor for about 155.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 280 mi from Marfa, TX
· 4h 45m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Waco Mammoth National Monument
National Monument
Standing as tall as 14 feet and weighing 20,000 pounds, Columbian mammoths roamed across what is present-day Texas thousands of years ago. Today, the fossil specimens represent the nation's first and...
5 mi from route
~11 min detour
Free
near mile 482.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$84.63 one way
$169.26 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg196 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$92.64
$185.27
premium
$4.54
$100.00
$200.00
diesel
$5.61
$123.66
$247.33
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$85
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$215–$325
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 196 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $59 in charging
· 2 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
168
2
$58.81
$26.88
Efficient EV
140
1
$49.01
$22.40
EV Truck/SUV
224
2
$78.41
$35.85
Gas CO2
196 kg
EV CO2
66 kg (66% 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Marfa, TX
Late night
in Marfa on Friday
Local time
12:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Rhode Island, TX
Late night
in Rhode Island on Friday
Local time
12:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
10 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
10h 18m 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 Marfa, TX to Rhode Island, TX covers 560.1 miles and takes about 10h 18m 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 84, United States Highway 190. 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 280 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 280 miles from Marfa, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $84.63 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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 36 significant decision points across 560.1 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (TX 17 / South Highland Street): Navigation decision point; at 237.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 393.4 miles (US 84): Lane positioning matters here.
Between Marfa, TX and Rhode Island, TX, road signs point toward Loop 467 and Rm 864: Fort Mckavett.
