Origin
Rhode Island, TX
Evening in Rhode Island on Sunday
Local time
5:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rhode Island, TX to Stowell, TX
Drive Time
4h 1m
Distance
220.1 mi
354 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 48m
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6 AM
4h 1m
8 AM
4h 27m
10 AM
4h 10m
12 PM
4h 8m
3 PM
4h 12m
5 PM
4h 26m
8 PM
3h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rhode Island, TX
Beth Fitzpatrick
Stowell, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
Traveling from Rhode Island, Texas, to Stowell, Texas, covers 220.1 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 1 minute. Because the route is straightforward and entirely within the Great Plains region, it works perfectly as a single-day trip. You will primarily navigate via I-45, the North Grand Parkway East, and the East Freeway, making for a very efficient transit. Budget roughly $34 for fuel to complete the journey. Since the duration is manageable in one go, you won't need to plan for overnight stays, allowing you to reach your destination with plenty of daylight to spare.
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 1h 56m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 98% of the journey spent on high-speed roads. You should prepare for a consistent interstate experience, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 132.2 miles on I-45. The road maintains a steady pace, moving you quickly across the landscape without the need for technical maneuvering on local surface streets. While the route is functional rather than scenic, the heavy reliance on interstates ensures a predictable rhythm behind the wheel. Expect a straightforward, fast-paced transit that favors speed and efficiency over winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 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 132.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 45 and North Grand Parkway East. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in near I 45.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 220.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles (I 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 134.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 137.1 miles (North Grand Parkway West): 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
2.6 mi into trip
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~5m in
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I 45
Merge onto I 45
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
134.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 21m in
Take the exit toward Grand Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 72A
Toward Grand Parkway
5
137.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 26m in
|
North Grand Parkway West
Turn left onto North Grand Parkway West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
137.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 26m in
Take the ramp toward TX 99 Toll East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward TX 99 Toll East
6
216.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 56m in
|
TX 73
Take the exit onto TX 73 toward TX 73, TX 124: Winnie, Port Arthur
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 828
Toward TX 73, TX 124: Winnie, Port Arthur
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 45 | 132.2 mi | 2h 16m |
| North Grand Parkway East | 50.2 mi | 53m |
| East Freeway | 27.9 mi | 32m |
| Gulfway Drive | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Interstate 45 North Frontage Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| East FM 833 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West FM 833 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Farm-to-Market Road 833 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 45
— 132.2 mi, about 2h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rhode Island, TX and Stowell, 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
132 mi
·
2 hr 16 min
·
I 45
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 72A
Toward Grand Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
11
Turn left onto North Grand Parkway West
382 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Grand Parkway West
Use the left lane.
12
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward TX 99 Toll East
Use the none lane.
13
Merge onto TX 99 Toll
50 mi
·
53 min
·
North Grand Parkway East
Use the none lane.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 10: Langston Drive, Old Needlepoint Road
15
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 99 Toll
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Grand Parkway North
16
Turn left onto East Freeway Frontage Road
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Freeway Frontage Road
17
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 10 East
18
Merge onto I 10
28 mi
·
32 min
·
East Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit onto TX 73
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
TX 73
Exit 828
Toward TX 73, TX 124: Winnie, Port Arthur
20
Keep slight right at fork
511 ft
·
12 sec
Toward TX 124 South: Winnie
21
Turn straight onto State Highway 73
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
State Highway 73
22
Turn right onto TX 124
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Gulfway Drive
Use the none lane.
23
Continue on TX 124
63 ft
·
5 sec
·
Gulfway Drive
24
Arrive at destination
TX 124
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 220.1-mile journey, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the 4-hour drive. Leaving early in the day is your best strategy to avoid potential traffic congestion on the major freeways. Since the vast majority of your time is spent on interstates, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before entering the longest 132.2-mile stretch of I-45. Having a single, planned rest break will help you stay alert during the long highway segments. Flexibility is a major advantage here, as the short duration means you can easily adjust your departure time based on real-time traffic conditions.
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 110 miles from Rhode Island, TX, or about 1h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 132.2 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 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110 miles or 1h 56m 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 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stowell, 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.
+
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.
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 I 45 for about 132.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 110 mi from Rhode Island, TX · 1h 56m 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.
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 110 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 132.2 miles.
Arriving in Stowell, TX
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.62 one way
$67.24 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
77 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $36.85 | $73.69 |
| premium | $4.59 | $39.78 | $79.57 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $48.90 | $97.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
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.
Destination
Stowell, TX
Evening in Stowell on Sunday
Local time
5:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°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
19 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 1m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Stowell, TX covers 220.1 miles and takes about 4h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 45, North Grand Parkway East, East Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 110 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 $33.62 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 220.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles (I 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 134.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 137.1 miles (North Grand Parkway West): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Rhode Island, TX to Stowell, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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