How far is Buda, TX from Los Fresnos, TX?
The driving distance from Buda, TX to Los Fresnos, TX is about 329.1 miles (529.7 km), with a travel time of about 05h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 278.2 miles (447.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 50m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 55m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Buda and Los Fresnos.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buda and Los Fresnos.
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Start on North Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto Cabelas Drive
1.2 km · 1 min · Cabelas Drive
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Turn right onto South Interstate 35
1.1 km · 1 min · South Interstate 35
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 35 South
2295 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
31.8 mi · 34 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Continue on Interstate Highway 35
1.7 mi · 2 min · Interstate Highway 35
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
11.9 mi · 13 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Continue on North Pan Am Expressway
10 mi · 12 min · North Pan Am Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on Connally Loop
11 mi · 12 min · Connally Loop
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Take the exit slight right toward I 37, US 281 North: San Antonio, Corpus Christi
1184 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 37 South: Corpus Christi
2457 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
118.7 mi · 1 hr 59 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 69E, US 77: Kingsville, Brownsville
31.3 mi · 34 min
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Keep slight left to continue on U.S. Highway 77
61.3 mi · 1 hr 9 min · U.S. Highway 77
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Keep slight left to continue on U.S. Highway 77
41.3 mi · 44 min · U.S. Highway 77
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 100, FM 1421: South Padre Island
1645 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left onto State Highway 100
1.3 mi · 2 min · State Highway 100
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Continue on Texas State Highway 100
4.2 mi · 5 min · Texas State Highway 100
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Continue on West Ocean Boulevard
1 mi · 2 min · West Ocean Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Ocean Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Buda and Los Fresnos.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 37 South
Merge slight left
119 mi · 01h 59m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers leaving Buda and Chance Rain Showers near Los Fresnos.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Buda to Los Fresnos?
The road trip is about 329.1 miles (529.7 km) and usually takes 05h 55m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mathis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 164.9 miles from Buda and 164.3 miles from Los Fresnos.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 278.2 miles (447.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 50.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:10 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.61 one way or $83.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 103.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers around Buda and Chance Rain Showers near Los Fresnos.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Buda and Los Fresnos. Straight-line distance: 278.19 mi (447.7 km).
#1 Buda
City in Hays County, Texas, United States
| Population | 17,544 |
| Coordinates | 30.0852100, -97.8402800 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Los Fresnos
City in Cameron County, Texas, United States
| Population | 7,826 |
| Coordinates | 26.0717400, -97.4763700 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
End: Los Fresnos (-97.47637, 26.07174)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 530 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.58 | $41.61 | $83.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.09 | $47.57 | $95.14 |
| Premium | $4.47 | $51.96 | $103.93 |
| Diesel | $5.68 | $66.02 | $132.05 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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