Origin
Ranger, TX
Night in Ranger on Thursday
Local time
11:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ranger, TX to Rhode Island, TX
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
3h 23m
Distance
187 mi
301 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 11m
★
6 AM
3h 23m
8 AM
3h 48m
10 AM
3h 32m
12 PM
3h 29m
3 PM
3h 33m
5 PM
3h 46m
8 PM
3h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ranger, TX
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Rhode Island, TX
Beth Fitzpatrick
Trip Overview
The drive from Ranger, TX to Rhode Island, TX covers 187 miles and takes about 3h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 20, US 287, I 45 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 65.9 miles on I 20. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.26 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
93.5 miles from Ranger, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 23m. Total distance: 187 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 23m highway drive covering 187 miles, with most of the trip on I 20 and US 287. The longest continuous stretch is about 65.9 miles on I 20.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 20 is the longest continuous segment at about 65.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and US 287. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.8 miles in near I 20.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 187 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 3.8 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.7 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.3 miles (US 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 20
Merge onto I 20
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
69.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway toward I 20 East: Dallas, Shreveport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 20 East: Dallas, Shreveport
9
92.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m in
|
US 287
Keep slight right at fork onto US 287 toward US 287 South: Little Road, Waxahachie
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 444
Toward US 287 South: Little Road, Waxahachie
5
143 mi into trip
|
~2h 36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 45 South: Corsicana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 45 South: Corsicana
7
184.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 18m 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 Ranger, TX and Rhode Island, TX, road signs point toward Shreveport and Waxahachie.
Shreveport
69.7 mi in
|
~1h 14m
|
via I 20
Waxahachie
92.3 mi in
|
~1h 39m
|
via US 287
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 65.9 mi | 1h 8m |
| US 287 | 50.7 mi | 56m |
| I 45 | 40.9 mi | 40m |
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway | 22.6 mi | 24m |
| Loop 254 East | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| FM 833 | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| East FM 833 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Interstate 45 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 65.9 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ranger, TX and Rhode Island, TX.
1
Start on Loop 254
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Loop 254 East
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 20 East: Fort Worth
3
Merge onto I 20
66 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto I 20
23 mi
·
24 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Toward I 20 East: Dallas, Shreveport
Use the slight right lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 287
51 mi
·
56 min
·
US 287
Exit 444
Toward US 287 South: Little Road, Waxahachie
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 45 South: Corsicana
7
Merge onto I 45; US 287
41 mi
·
40 min
·
I 45; US 287
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 206
Toward FM 833
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto North Interstate 45
307 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Interstate 45
10
Turn left onto FM 833
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
FM 833
11
At end of road, turn right onto TX 75; FM 833
52 ft
·
1 sec
·
North State Highway 75
12
Turn left onto FM 833
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East FM 833
13
Turn right onto County Road 161
10 ft
·
0 sec
·
County Road 161
14
Arrive at destination
County Road 161
Trip Plan
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 93.5 miles from Ranger, TX, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.9 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 41 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.5 miles or 1h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rhode Island, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Ranger, 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 Ranger, TX
This is one driving day of about 187 miles and 3h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Ranger, 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 I 20 for about 65.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 93.5 mi from Ranger, TX · 1h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
94 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 93.5 miles from Ranger, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 20 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.9 miles.
Arriving in Rhode Island, TX
The final approach into Rhode Island, 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 Rhode Island, 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
$28.26 one way
$56.51 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $30.93 | $61.86 |
| premium | $4.54 | $33.39 | $66.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.29 | $82.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 56.1 | 0 | $19.63 | $8.98 |
| Efficient EV | 46.8 | 0 | $16.36 | $7.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.8 | 0 | $26.18 | $11.97 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Rhode Island, TX
Night in Rhode Island on Thursday
Local time
11:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Mansfield, TX
94 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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 23m 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 Ranger, TX to Rhode Island, TX covers 187 miles and takes about 3h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 20, US 287, I 45. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 93.5 miles from Ranger, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.26 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 is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 187 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: at 3.8 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.7 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.3 miles (US 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Ranger, TX and Rhode Island, TX, road signs point toward Shreveport and Waxahachie.
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