Origin
Rhode Island, TX
Evening in Rhode Island on Thursday
Local time
5:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rhode Island, TX to Center, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 23m
Distance
138.4 mi
223 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 12m
★
6 AM
3h 24m
8 AM
3h 48m
10 AM
3h 32m
12 PM
3h 30m
3 PM
3h 33m
5 PM
3h 47m
8 PM
3h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rhode Island, TX
Beth Fitzpatrick
Center, TX
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Trip Overview
The drive from Rhode Island, TX to Center, TX covers 138.4 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 TX 294, East State Highway 7, US Highway 84 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 41.8 miles on TX 294. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.91 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
69.2 miles from Rhode Island, 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: 138.4 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 (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 23m highway drive covering 138.4 miles, with most of the trip on TX 294 and East State Highway 7. The longest continuous stretch is about 41.8 miles on TX 294.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
TX 294 is the longest continuous segment at about 41.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TX 294 and East State Highway 7. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 9.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 23m drive. You will face about 17 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.7 miles (North Interstate 45): Navigation decision point; at 47.8 miles (US 287; TX 19; TX 294): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
9.5 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward Farm-to-Market Road 27: Fairfield, Wortham
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 198
Toward Farm-to-Market Road 27: Fairfield, Worth...
5
9.7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
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North Interstate 45
Turn left onto North Interstate 45
Navigation decision point
5
47.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
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US 287; TX 19; TX 294
At end of road, turn right onto US 287; TX 19; TX 294
Navigation decision point
5
138.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 23m in
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Jackson
Turn left onto Jackson
Navigation decision point
5
138.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 23m in
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Porter Street
Turn right onto Porter Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Rhode Island, TX and Center, TX, road signs point toward Farm-To-Market Road 27: Fairfield and Wortham.
Farm-To-Market Road 27: Fairfield
9.5 mi in
|
~12m
Wortham
9.5 mi in
|
~12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TX 294 | 41.8 mi | 1h 2m |
| East State Highway 7 | 30.1 mi | 44m |
| US Highway 84 West | 23.3 mi | 34m |
| East State Highway 21 | 22.9 mi | 34m |
| I 45 | 6.9 mi | 6m |
| West Commerce Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| US 287 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
TX 294
— 41.8 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rhode Island, TX and Center, TX.
1
Start on County Road 161
10 ft
·
7 sec
·
County Road 161
2
Turn left onto FM 833
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East FM 833
3
Turn right onto TX 75; FM 833
52 ft
·
2 sec
·
North State Highway 75
4
Turn left onto FM 833
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West FM 833
5
Continue on FM 833
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Farm-to-Market Road 833
6
Turn left onto North Interstate 45
159 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Interstate 45
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
8
Merge onto I 45
6.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 45
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 198
Toward Farm-to-Market Road 27: Fairfield, Wortham
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto North Interstate 45
179 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Interstate 45
11
Turn left onto FM 27
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
West Commerce Street
12
Continue on US 84
23 mi
·
34 min
·
US Highway 84 West
13
Turn right onto TX 294
13 mi
·
18 min
·
TX 294
14
At end of road, turn right onto US 287; TX 19; TX 294
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 287; TX 19; TX 294
15
Turn left onto TX 294
29 mi
·
43 min
·
TX 294
16
At end of road, turn left onto TX 21
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West San Antonio Street
17
Continue on TX 21
23 mi
·
34 min
·
East State Highway 21
18
Continue on TX 21
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Douglass Road
19
Continue on TX 21 Bus
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
20
Turn slight left onto TX 7 Bus
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Center Road
Use the left lane.
21
Continue on TX 7
30 mi
·
44 min
·
East State Highway 7
22
Continue on TX 7
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
San Augustine Street
23
Turn right onto TX 87
257 ft
·
10 sec
·
Shelbyville Street
24
Turn left onto Jackson
238 ft
·
12 sec
·
Jackson
25
Turn right onto Porter Street
50 ft
·
2 sec
·
Porter Street
26
Arrive at destination
Porter Street
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 69.2 miles from Rhode Island, TX, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.8 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 30 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.2 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Center, 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.
+
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 Rhode Island, TX
This is one driving day of about 138.4 miles and 3h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Rhode Island, 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 TX 294 for about 41.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69.2 mi from Rhode Island, TX · 1h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 69.2 miles from Rhode Island, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Center, TX
The final approach into Center, 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 Center, 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
$20.91 one way
$41.83 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $22.89 | $45.78 |
| premium | $4.54 | $24.71 | $49.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.56 | $61.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.5 | 0 | $14.53 | $6.64 |
| Efficient EV | 34.6 | 0 | $12.11 | $5.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.4 | 0 | $19.38 | $8.86 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (67% 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
Center, TX
Evening in Center on Thursday
Local time
5:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°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
16 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
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 Rhode Island, TX to Center, TX covers 138.4 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 TX 294, East State Highway 7, US Highway 84 West. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69.2 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 $20.91 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 straightforward 3h 23m drive. You will face about 17 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.7 miles (North Interstate 45): Navigation decision point; at 47.8 miles (US 287; TX 19; TX 294): Navigation decision point.
Between Rhode Island, TX and Center, TX, road signs point toward Farm-To-Market Road 27: Fairfield and Wortham.
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