Trip from Rhode Island, TX to Beverly, TX

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

1h 31m

Distance

80.3 mi

129 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min

4 AM

1h 25m ★

6 AM

1h 32m

8 AM

1h 46m

10 AM

1h 37m

12 PM

1h 35m

3 PM

1h 37m

5 PM

1h 45m

8 PM

1h 28m

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

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Rhode Island, TX

Beth Fitzpatrick

Beverly, TX

Jeff Stapleton

Trip Overview

The drive from Rhode Island, TX to Beverly, TX covers 80.3 miles and takes about 1h 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 45, West State Highway 31, State Highway 31 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.9 miles on I 45. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.13 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.

Midpoint

40.2 miles from Rhode Island, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 80.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 1h 31m highway drive covering 80.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 45 and West State Highway 31. The longest continuous stretch is about 19.9 miles on I 45.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 45 is the longest continuous segment at about 19.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 45 and West State Highway 31. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in near I 45.

Driving Effort 5/10

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 80.3 miles you will encounter 14 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 2.4 miles (I 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23 miles (TX 31 / Corsicana Bypass): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

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

2.4 mi into trip | ~4m in | I 45

Merge onto I 45

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

22.3 mi into trip | ~24m in

Take the exit toward TX 31: Athens, Waco

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

Exit 227 Toward TX 31: Athens, Waco

23 mi into trip | ~26m in | TX 31 / Corsicana Bypass

Turn left onto TX 31 / Corsicana Bypass

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

75.5 mi into trip | ~1h 25m in | North Jack Kultgen Expressway

Turn left onto North Jack Kultgen Expressway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes.

75.6 mi into trip | ~1h 25m in

Take the ramp toward I 35 South, US 77 South

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 35 South, US 77 South

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Rhode Island, TX to Beverly, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Waco along the way.

Waco

22.3 mi in | ~24m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 45	19.9 mi	19m
West State Highway 31	18.8 mi	21m
State Highway 31	17.2 mi	17m
Corsicana Bypass	5.6 mi	6m
Hubbard Bypass	5.5 mi	5m
North Jack Kultgen Expressway	3.8 mi	4m
Bellmead Drive	2.6 mi	4m
East US Highway 84	2.5 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 45 — 19.9 mi, about 19m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Rhode Island, TX and Beverly, TX.

Start on County Road 161

10 ft · 7 sec · County Road 161

Turn left onto FM 833

0.9 mi · 1 min · East FM 833

Turn right onto TX 75; FM 833

52 ft · 2 sec · North State Highway 75

Turn left onto FM 833

0.7 mi · 1 min · West FM 833

Continue on FM 833

0.4 mi · 55 sec · Farm-to-Market Road 833

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 50 sec

Merge onto I 45

20 mi · 19 min · I 45

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Exit 227 Toward TX 31: Athens, Waco

Turn left onto South Interstate 45

0.4 mi · 50 sec · South Interstate 45

Turn left onto TX 31

5.6 mi · 6 min · Corsicana Bypass

Use the straight lane.

At end of road, turn left onto TX 31

19 mi · 21 min · West State Highway 31

Continue on TX 31

5.5 mi · 5 min · Hubbard Bypass

Continue on TX 31

17 mi · 17 min · State Highway 31

Continue on US 84

2.5 mi · 2 min · East US Highway 84

Continue on US 84

2.6 mi · 4 min · Bellmead Drive

Turn straight onto US 84

0.4 mi · 1 min · East Waco Drive

Turn left onto North Jack Kultgen Expressway

519 ft · 12 sec · North Jack Kultgen Expressway

Use the left / straight lanes.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 37 sec

Toward I 35 South, US 77 South

Merge onto I 35; US 77

3.7 mi · 4 min · North Jack Kultgen Expressway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Exit 333A Toward Loop 396

Turn straight onto South Jack Kultgen Expressway

426 ft · 11 sec · South Jack Kultgen Expressway

Turn right onto Loop 396

0.4 mi · 54 sec · South Valley Mills Drive

Arrive at destination

Loop 396

Trip Plan

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 40.2 miles from Rhode Island, TX, or about 45m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.9 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 18 miles or 20m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 40.2 miles or 45m 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 14m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Rhode Island, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Rhode Island, TX

This is one driving day of about 80.3 miles and 1h 31m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Rhode Island, TX.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on I 45 for about 19.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 40.2 mi from Rhode Island, TX · 45m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Corsicana, TX

40 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

Corsicana, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Coolidge, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 40.2 miles from Rhode Island, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Beverly, TX

The final approach into Beverly, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.13 one way

$24.27 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 28 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.20	$13.28	$26.56
premium	$4.54	$14.34	$28.67
diesel	$5.61	$17.73	$35.46

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$12

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$37–$62

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 28.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	24.1	$8.43	$3.85
Efficient EV	20.1	$7.03	$3.21
EV Truck/SUV	32.1	$11.24	$5.14

Gas CO2

28 kg

EV CO2

9 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Rhode Island, TX

Afternoon in Rhode Island on Thursday

Local time

3:06 PM

CDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Beverly, TX

Afternoon in Beverly on Thursday

Local time

3:06 PM

CDT

Current temp

61°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.

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

1h 31m 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 Rhode Island, TX to Beverly, TX covers 80.3 miles and takes about 1h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 45, West State Highway 31, State Highway 31. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 40.2 miles from Rhode Island, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.13 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.