Origin
Rhode Island, TX
Afternoon in Rhode Island on Sunday
Local time
2:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rhode Island, TX to Hughes Springs, TX
Drive Time
3h 19m
Distance
147.7 mi
238 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
Rhode Island, TX
Beth Fitzpatrick
Hughes Springs, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
Spanning 147.7 miles, this route from Rhode Island to Hughes Springs, Texas, is a straightforward journey that typically takes 3 hours and 19 minutes behind the wheel. Because the drive stays entirely within the Great Plains region, you can expect a consistent landscape throughout the trip. It is perfectly manageable as a one-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations along the way. Budgeting approximately $23 for fuel should keep you covered for the duration of the trip. Since you only need to plan for a single stop, it is an efficient option for travelers who prefer to keep their travel time focused and productive.
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
73.9 miles from Rhode Island, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 76% of your time spent on main thoroughfares like State Highway 31 East, State Highway 155, and North Tyler Street. You will find that the road provides a steady rhythm, featuring a longest uninterrupted stretch of 21 miles on State Highway 31 East. The personality of the route is utilitarian and direct, favoring high-speed travel over technical, winding backroads. As you navigate these segments, you will experience a predictable flow that keeps you moving toward your destination without unnecessary complications. It is the type of drive that rewards a steady pace and reliable cruise control.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 31 East is the longest continuous segment at about 21 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 31 East and State Highway 155. You will hit about 19 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 17.1 miles in near US 287.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 147.7 miles you will encounter 19 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 17.1 miles (US 287): Navigation decision point; at 81.1 miles (US 271; TX 155 / South Beckham Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 101.7 miles (US 80; TX 155 / West Broadway Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
17.1 mi into trip
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~26m in
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US 287
At end of road, turn right onto US 287
Navigation decision point
6
81.1 mi into trip
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~1h 53m in
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US 271; TX 155 / South Beckham Avenue
Turn left onto US 271; TX 155 / South Beckham Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
101.7 mi into trip
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~2h 18m in
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US 80; TX 155 / West Broadway Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 80; TX 155 / West Broadway Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
102.5 mi into trip
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~2h 19m in
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TX 155 / North Tyler Street
Turn left onto TX 155 / North Tyler Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
133.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 54m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 31 East | 21 mi | 24m |
| State Highway 155 | 15.7 mi | 17m |
| North Tyler Street | 14.9 mi | 17m |
| FM 59 | 12.6 mi | 22m |
| State Highway 155 North | 11.5 mi | 12m |
| FM 488 | 10.3 mi | 18m |
| US 259 | 7.1 mi | 10m |
| US 287 | 6.8 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 31 East
— 21 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rhode Island, TX and Hughes Springs, TX.
1
Start on County Road 161
10 ft
·
2 sec
·
County Road 161
2
Turn right onto FM 833
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
East FM 833
3
Turn left onto FM 488
10 mi
·
18 min
·
FM 488
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 287
6.8 mi
·
10 min
·
US 287
5
Turn left onto FM 59
6.5 mi
·
11 min
·
FM 59
6
Continue on FM 59
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
FM 59
7
Turn right onto FM 753
5.1 mi
·
7 min
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FM 753
8
Turn left onto Mill Run Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Mill Run Road
9
Turn right onto Loop 7
5.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Dewitt C Greer Loop
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
11
Turn slight right
242 ft
·
6 sec
12
Merge onto TX 31
21 mi
·
24 min
·
State Highway 31 East
13
Continue on TX 31
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Highway 31
14
Continue on TX 31
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 31 West
15
Continue on TX 31
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Chandler Highway
16
Continue on TX 31
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Front Street
17
Turn left onto US 271; TX 155
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Beckham Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on US 271; TX 155
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East Gentry Parkway
19
Continue on US 271; TX 155
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
US Highway 271
20
Turn left onto TX 155
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 155 North
21
Continue on TX 155
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
22
Continue on TX 155
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 155 North
23
At end of road, turn right onto US 80; TX 155
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway Street
Use the none lane.
24
Turn left onto TX 155
15 mi
·
17 min
·
North Tyler Street
Use the left lane.
25
Turn right onto TX 155
16 mi
·
17 min
·
State Highway 155
26
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
27
Merge onto US 259
7.1 mi
·
10 min
·
US 259
28
Turn slight right
339 ft
·
12 sec
29
Turn straight onto FM 250
5.9 mi
·
10 min
·
East Industrial Boulevard
30
Turn left onto FM 250
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
FM 250
31
Turn right onto TX 11; TX 49; FM 250
428 ft
·
12 sec
·
1st Street
32
Turn left onto Ward
104 ft
·
4 sec
·
Ward
33
Arrive at destination
Ward
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 3-hour and 19-minute transit, aim to leave during daylight hours to maintain better visibility on the highway segments. Since you only have one stop scheduled, plan to pull over near the midpoint to stretch your legs and ensure you stay alert for the remainder of the journey. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $23 estimated cost assumes a steady pace without excessive idling. Because the route is relatively short, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time to avoid the heaviest traffic periods. A helpful tip is to check the flow of traffic on North Tyler Street before you depart, as local conditions can occasionally shift the total travel time.
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 73.9 miles from Rhode Island, TX, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21 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 80 miles or 1h 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.9 miles or 1h 43m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hughes Springs, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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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.
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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 147.7 miles and 3h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 State Highway 31 East for about 21 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.9 mi from Rhode Island, TX · 1h 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.9 miles from Rhode Island, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hughes Springs, TX
The final approach into Hughes Springs, 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 Hughes Springs, 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
$22.56 one way
$45.12 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $24.73 | $49.45 |
| premium | $4.59 | $26.70 | $53.39 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $32.81 | $65.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.3 | 0 | $15.51 | $7.09 |
| Efficient EV | 36.9 | 0 | $12.92 | $5.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.1 | 0 | $20.68 | $9.45 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Hughes Springs, TX
Afternoon in Hughes Springs on Sunday
Local time
2:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
63°F
Garland, TX
74 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 19m 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 Hughes Springs, TX covers 147.7 miles and takes about 3h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 31 East, State Highway 155, North Tyler Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.9 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 $22.56 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 147.7 miles you will encounter 19 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 17.1 miles (US 287): Navigation decision point; at 81.1 miles (US 271; TX 155 / South Beckham Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 101.7 miles (US 80; TX 155 / West Broadway Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Rhode Island, TX to Hughes Springs, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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