Trip from Rhode Island, TX to Kountze, TX

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

3h 39m

Distance

200 mi

322 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

3h 27m ★

6 AM

3h 40m

8 AM

4h 5m

10 AM

3h 49m

12 PM

3h 46m

3 PM

3h 50m

5 PM

4h 4m

8 PM

3h 32m

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

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Trip Overview

If you are planning to travel from Rhode Island to Kountze, expect a straightforward 200-mile journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 39 minutes. Since both locations are situated within the Great Plains region of Texas, the landscape remains consistent throughout your trip. This route is perfectly manageable as a one-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. With a projected fuel cost of approximately $31, it is a budget-friendly option for a quick getaway. Whether you are heading out for business or a visit, the trip is efficient and easy to navigate in a single stretch.

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

100 miles from Rhode Island, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 39m. Total distance: 200 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile.

Drive Character

This 200-mile drive is distinctly highway-focused, with 64% of your time spent on major routes like I-45, Phelps Drive, and US Highway 69 South. You will face a significant initial stint, featuring a longest uninterrupted stretch of 88.3 miles on I-45, which demands steady focus. Expect the character of the road to shift as you transition between these main thoroughfares, moving from high-speed interstate travel to the specific flow of US Highway 69. While the path is primarily functional rather than winding, the mix of road types keeps the experience from feeling entirely monotonous. Prepare for a consistent pace that favors directness over technical, back-road maneuvering.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 17 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.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

418 ft 83 ft

Total Climb

329 ft

Total Descent

639 ft

Highest Point

418 ft

~14.3 mi in

Elevation Range

335 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Rhode Island, TX to Kountze, TX is easy. At 3h 39m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Rhode Island, TX to Kountze, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
FM 833	—	—
Highway 75	—	—
Farm-to-Market Road 833	—	—
Interstate 45	—	—
US 190 East	—	—
11th Street	—	—
Phelps Drive	—	—
Highway 190 West	—	—

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 Kountze, 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

0.6 mi · 1 min · Farm-to-Market Road 833

6

Turn left onto North Interstate 45

161 ft · 7 sec · North Interstate 45

7

Take the ramp left

0.3 mi · 43 sec

8

Merge slight left

88 mi · 1 hr 28 min

9

Take the exit slight right toward Texas 30, US 190 East: 11th Street

1.0 mi · 1 min · Texas 30, US 190 East: 11th Street

10

Turn left onto 11th Street

1.9 mi · 3 min · 11th Street

11

Continue on Phelps Drive

67 mi · 1 hr 16 min · Phelps Drive

12

Continue on US Highway 190 West

7.8 mi · 8 min · US Highway 190 West

13

Turn right onto South Magnolia Street

1.5 mi · 1 min · South Magnolia Street

14

Continue on US Highway 69 South

30 mi · 33 min · US Highway 69 South

15

Turn left onto East Brown Street

259 ft · 12 sec · East Brown Street

16

Turn left onto South Cherry Street

98 ft · 4 sec · South Cherry Street

17

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Since this route is easily completed in a single day, you have the flexibility to leave whenever it best suits your schedule. Aim to incorporate at least one planned stop to break up the 3-hour and 39-minute duration, especially given the lengthy 88.3-mile stretch on I-45. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during that long interstate segment to ensure you reach your destination without needing an emergency pit stop. Because you are traveling strictly within Texas, traffic patterns on these major highways can vary, so checking for construction updates before you depart is a smart move. Use the $31 fuel budget as a baseline, but keep a little extra set aside for potential price fluctuations at stations along the highway.

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 100 miles from Rhode Island, TX, or about 1h 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 44 miles or 48m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 100 miles or 1h 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 3h

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kountze, 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.

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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 200 miles and 3h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 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 100 mi from Rhode Island, TX · 1h 49m into the drive

city in and county seat of Walker County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Huntsville, TX

100 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

Madisonville, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Huntsville, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 100 miles from Rhode Island, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Kountze, TX

The final approach into Kountze, 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 Kountze, 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

$30.22 one way

$60.44 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 70 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.20	$33.08	$66.16
premium	$4.54	$35.71	$71.42
diesel	$5.61	$44.16	$88.31

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 70 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	60	$21.00	$9.60
Efficient EV	50	$17.50	$8.00
EV Truck/SUV	80	$28.00	$12.80

Gas CO2

70 kg

EV CO2

23 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Rhode Island, TX

Evening in Rhode Island on Thursday

Local time

8:44 PM

CDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Kountze, TX

Evening in Kountze on Thursday

Local time

8:44 PM

CDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

72°F

Huntsville, TX

100 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

12 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 39m 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 Kountze, TX covers 200 miles and takes about 3h 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 100 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 $30.22 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.

The drive from Rhode Island, TX to Kountze, TX is easy. At 3h 39m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Rhode Island, TX to Kountze, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Rhode Island, TX to Kountze, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 83 ft to 418 ft elevation with about 329 ft of total climbing.

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