Drive Time
4h 1m
Distance
220.1 mi
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
The drive from Rhode Island, TX to Stowell, TX covers 220.1 miles and takes about 4h 1m 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 $32.75 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
110 miles from Rhode Island, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .
Expect a 4h 1m drive with frequent turns across 220.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| FM 833 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 75 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Farm-to-Market Road 833 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Interstate 45 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Grand Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Interstate 45 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Grand Parkway West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| TX 99 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Rhode Island, TX and Stowell, TX.
Start on County Road 161
Turn left onto East FM 833
Turn right onto North State Highway 75
Turn left onto West FM 833
Continue on Farm-to-Market Road 833
Turn left onto North Interstate 45
Take the ramp left
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward Grand Parkway
Turn straight onto Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
Turn left onto North Grand Parkway West
Take the ramp straight toward TX 99 Toll East
Merge slight left onto North Grand Parkway East
Take the exit slight right toward I 10: Langston Drive, Old Needlepoint Road
Keep slight right to continue on East Grand Parkway North
Turn left onto East Freeway Frontage Road
Take the ramp slight left toward I 10 East
Merge slight left onto East Freeway
Take the exit slight right toward TX 73, TX 124: Winnie, Port Arthur
Keep slight right to continue on TX 124 South: Winnie
Turn straight onto State Highway 73
Turn right onto Gulfway Drive
Continue on Gulfway Drive
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110 miles or 2h 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stowell, TX than in the middle of the route.
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 220.1 miles and 4h 1m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 110 mi from Rhode Island, TX · 2h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
110 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 110 miles from Rhode Island, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Stowell, 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 Stowell, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$32.75 one way
$65.49 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $36.85 | $73.69 |
| premium | $4.59 | $39.78 | $79.57 |
| diesel | $3.99 | $34.60 | $69.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 66 | 0 | $23.11 | $10.56 |
| Efficient EV | 55 | 0 | $19.26 | $8.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 88 | 1 | $30.81 | $14.09 |
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Rhode Island on Saturday
Local time
6:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Stowell on Saturday
Local time
6:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
70°F
Houston, TX
110 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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