Origin
Rhode Island, TX
Afternoon in Rhode Island on Friday
Local time
12:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Rhode Island, TX to Hickory Creek, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 57m
Distance
81.2 mi
131 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 49m
★
6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 4m
5 PM
2h 14m
8 PM
1h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rhode Island, TX
Beth Fitzpatrick
Hickory Creek, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
The drive from Rhode Island, TX to Hickory Creek, TX covers 81.2 miles and takes about 1h 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 287, US Highway 84 West, TX 294 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.4 miles on US 287. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.27 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
40.6 miles from Rhode Island, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 57m. Total distance: 81.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 57m highway drive covering 81.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 287 and US Highway 84 West. The longest continuous stretch is about 23.4 miles on US 287.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 287 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 287 and US Highway 84 West. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near FM 833 / East FM 833.
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 1h 57m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (FM 833 / East FM 833): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles (North Interstate 45): Navigation decision point; at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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FM 833 / East FM 833
Turn left onto FM 833 / East FM 833
Navigation decision point
4
2.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
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North Interstate 45
Turn left onto North Interstate 45
Navigation decision point
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
|
North Interstate 45
Turn left onto North Interstate 45
Navigation decision point
5
47.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
US 287; TX 19; TX 294
At end of road, turn right onto US 287; TX 19; TX 294
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 Hickory Creek, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| US 287 | 23.4 mi | 26m |
| US Highway 84 West | 23.3 mi | 34m |
| TX 294 | 12.6 mi | 18m |
| I 45 | 6.9 mi | 6m |
| FM 3187 | 5.1 mi | 13m |
| TX 21 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| West Commerce Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Loop 304 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 287
— 23.4 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rhode Island, TX and Hickory Creek, 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
23 mi
·
26 min
·
US 287; TX 19; TX 294
15
Turn left onto Loop 304
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Loop 304
16
Turn left onto TX 21
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
TX 21
17
Turn right onto FM 3187
5.1 mi
·
13 min
·
FM 3187
18
Continue on Farm-to-Market Road 1050
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Farm-to-Market Road 1050
19
Turn right onto County Road 1050
223 ft
·
9 sec
·
County Road 1050
20
Arrive at destination
County Road 1050
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 40.6 miles from Rhode Island, TX, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.4 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 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.6 miles or 58m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hickory Creek, 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 81.2 miles and 1h 57m.
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 US 287 for about 23.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.6 mi from Rhode Island, TX · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.6 miles from Rhode Island, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hickory Creek, TX
The final approach into Hickory Creek, 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
$12.27 one way
$24.54 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $13.43 | $26.86 |
| premium | $4.54 | $14.50 | $29.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.93 | $35.86 |
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: 28.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.53 | $3.90 |
| Efficient EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.10 | $3.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.5 | 0 | $11.37 | $5.20 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (64% 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
Hickory Creek, TX
Afternoon in Hickory Creek on Friday
Local time
12:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Elkhart, TX
41 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
15 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 57m 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 Hickory Creek, TX covers 81.2 miles and takes about 1h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 287, US Highway 84 West, TX 294. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.6 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 $12.27 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 57m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (FM 833 / East FM 833): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles (North Interstate 45): Navigation decision point; at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Rhode Island, TX and Hickory Creek, TX, road signs point toward Farm-To-Market Road 27: Fairfield and Wortham.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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