Origin
Rhode Island, TX
Morning in Rhode Island on Thursday
Local time
11:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rhode Island, TX to Colorado City, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 39m
Distance
322.1 mi
518 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 26m
★
6 AM
5h 39m
8 AM
6h 6m
10 AM
5h 49m
12 PM
5h 46m
3 PM
5h 50m
5 PM
6h 4m
8 PM
5h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rhode Island, TX
Beth Fitzpatrick
Colorado City, TX
Thomas balabaud
Trip Overview
The drive from Rhode Island, TX to Colorado City, TX covers 322.1 miles and takes about 5h 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on FM 833, Highway 75, Farm-to-Market Road 833 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $48.67 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
161 miles from Rhode Island, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 49m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 39m. Total distance: 322.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 39m drive with frequent turns across 322.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
FM 833 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
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 5h 39m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Rhode Island, TX to Colorado City, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| FM 833 | — | — |
| Highway 75 | — | — |
| Farm-to-Market Road 833 | — | — |
| US 287 North | — | — |
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway | — | — |
| I 20 | — | — |
| Chestnut Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
FM 833
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rhode Island, TX and Colorado City, TX.
1
Start on County Road 161
10 ft
·
7 sec
·
County Road 161
2
Turn left onto East FM 833
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East FM 833
3
Turn right onto North State Highway 75
52 ft
·
3 sec
·
North State Highway 75
4
Turn left onto West FM 833
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West FM 833
5
Continue on Farm-to-Market Road 833
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Farm-to-Market Road 833
6
Take the ramp right
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
7
Merge slight left
41 mi
·
40 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 287 North: Waxahachie, Fort Worth
63 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
US 287 North: Waxahachie, Fort Worth
9
Keep slight left to continue on Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
10
Keep slight left to continue on Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
209 mi
·
3 hr 32 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 20 Business West: Colorado City
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 20 Business West: Colorado City
12
Continue straight
3.1 mi
·
5 min
13
Turn left onto Chestnut Street
95 ft
·
2 sec
·
Chestnut Street
14
Arrive at your destination
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 161 miles from Rhode Island, TX, or about 2h 49m into the drive.
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 71 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 161 miles or 2h 49m 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Colorado City, 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 322.1 miles and 5h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 161 mi from Rhode Island, TX · 2h 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
161 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 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 161 miles from Rhode Island, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Colorado City, TX
The final approach into Colorado City, 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 Colorado City, 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
$48.67 one way
$97.34 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
113 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $53.27 | $106.55 |
| premium | $4.54 | $57.51 | $115.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $71.12 | $142.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 112.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 96.6 | 1 | $33.82 | $15.46 |
| Efficient EV | 80.5 | 0 | $28.18 | $12.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 128.8 | 1 | $45.09 | $20.61 |
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (66% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Colorado City, TX
Morning in Colorado City on Thursday
Local time
11:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 39m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Rhode Island, TX to Colorado City, TX covers 322.1 miles and takes about 5h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are FM 833, Highway 75, Farm-to-Market Road 833. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 161 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 $48.67 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 39m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Rhode Island, TX to Colorado City, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Rhode Island, TX to Colorado City, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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