Origin
Rhode Island, TX
Evening in Rhode Island on Thursday
Local time
6:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rhode Island, TX to Lake Kiowa, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 14m
Distance
152 mi
245 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 2m
★
6 AM
3h 14m
8 AM
3h 38m
10 AM
3h 23m
12 PM
3h 20m
3 PM
3h 24m
5 PM
3h 37m
8 PM
3h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rhode Island, TX
Beth Fitzpatrick
Lake Kiowa, TX
M00photo &Video
Trip Overview
The drive from Rhode Island, TX to Lake Kiowa, TX covers 152 miles and takes about 3h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 45, Dallas North Tollway, South US Highway 377 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 78.7 miles on I 45. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.97 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
76 miles from Rhode Island, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 14m. Total distance: 152 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 14m highway drive covering 152 miles, with most of the trip on I 45 and Dallas North Tollway. The longest continuous stretch is about 78.7 miles on I 45.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 45 is the longest continuous segment at about 78.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 45 and Dallas North Tollway. You will hit about 19 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in near I 45.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 152 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 2.4 miles (I 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 81 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 81.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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
2.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
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I 45
Merge onto I 45
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
81 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward Main Street West, Elm Street
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 284B
Toward Main Street West, Elm Street
8
81.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Elm Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Elm Street
5
81.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
|
North Olive Street
Turn right onto North Olive Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
125 mi into trip
|
~2h 22m in
|
FM 455 / FM 455 East
Turn left onto FM 455 / FM 455 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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 Lake Kiowa, TX, road signs point toward Main Street West and Dnt Toll.
Main Street West
81 mi in
|
~1h 25m
Dnt Toll
83 mi in
|
~1h 30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 45 | 78.7 mi | 1h 21m |
| Dallas North Tollway | 30.6 mi | 34m |
| South US Highway 377 | 11.6 mi | 17m |
| South Dallas Parkway | 11 mi | 17m |
| FM 455 East | 6.8 mi | 12m |
| Farm-to-Market Road 902 | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| FM 3164 | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| County Road 2134 | 1 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 45
— 78.7 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rhode Island, TX and Lake Kiowa, 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
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Farm-to-Market Road 833
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
7
Merge onto I 45
79 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
I 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 284B
Toward Main Street West, Elm Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward Elm Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto Elm Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Elm Street
11
Turn right onto North Olive Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Olive Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on McKinnon Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
McKinnon Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
Toward DNT Toll
14
Continue on DNT
31 mi
·
34 min
·
Dallas North Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn straight onto South Dallas Parkway
11 mi
·
17 min
·
South Dallas Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn left onto FM 455
6.8 mi
·
12 min
·
FM 455 East
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto US 377
12 mi
·
17 min
·
South US Highway 377
18
Turn left onto FM 902
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
West Locust Street
19
Continue on FM 902
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Farm-to-Market Road 902
20
Turn right onto FM 3164
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
FM 3164
21
Turn left onto County Road 2134
1.0 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 2134
22
Turn left onto County Road 211
167 ft
·
8 sec
·
County Road 211
23
Turn right
311 ft
·
23 sec
24
Turn right onto Commanche Drive
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Commanche Drive
25
Continue on Kiowa Drive East
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Kiowa Drive East
26
Turn left onto Blackfoot Trail
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Blackfoot Trail
27
Arrive at destination
Blackfoot Trail
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 76 miles from Rhode Island, TX, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.7 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 33 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76 miles or 1h 20m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lake Kiowa, 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.
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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 152 miles and 3h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 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 I 45 for about 78.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76 mi from Rhode Island, TX · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 76 miles from Rhode Island, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 45 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.7 miles.
Arriving in Lake Kiowa, TX
The final approach into Lake Kiowa, 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 Lake Kiowa, 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
$22.97 one way
$45.94 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $25.14 | $50.28 |
| premium | $4.54 | $27.14 | $54.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.56 | $67.12 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.45
Dallas North Tollway
(30.6 mi)
$2.45
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.6 | 0 | $15.96 | $7.30 |
| Efficient EV | 38 | 0 | $13.30 | $6.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.8 | 0 | $21.28 | $9.73 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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
Lake Kiowa, TX
Evening in Lake Kiowa on Thursday
Local time
6:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
13 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 14m 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 Lake Kiowa, TX covers 152 miles and takes about 3h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 45, Dallas North Tollway, South US Highway 377. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 76 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 $22.97 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 152 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 2.4 miles (I 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 81 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 81.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Rhode Island, TX and Lake Kiowa, TX, road signs point toward Main Street West and Dnt Toll.
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