How far is Edinburg, TX from Weslaco, TX?
The driving distance from Edinburg, TX to Weslaco, TX is about 21.2 miles (34.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.5 miles (23.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 27m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
In Hidalgo County, Texas, San Juan is a city.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Edinburg and Weslaco.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edinburg and Weslaco.
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Start on the route
58 m · 16 sec
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Turn right onto North 10th Avenue
57 m · 7 sec · North 10th Avenue
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Turn right onto West McIntyre Street
760 ft · 19 sec · West McIntyre Street
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Turn right onto North 12th Avenue
117 m · 14 sec · North 12th Avenue
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Turn left onto East University Drive
1.4 km · 1 min · East University Drive
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Turn right onto South Expressway 281
605 ft · 12 sec · South Expressway 281
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 69C South, US 281 South
1278 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
7.1 mi · 8 min
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Merge slight left
2577 ft · 34 sec
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Continue straight
10.3 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FM 88: Texas Boulevard
1560 ft · 38 sec
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Turn straight onto Frontage Road
1 km · 1 min · Frontage Road
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Turn right onto Texas Boulevard
1.4 km · 2 min · Texas Boulevard
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Turn right
18 m · 1 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Edinburg and Weslaco.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
I 69C South
Continue straight
10.3 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Edinburg and Sunny near Weslaco.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Edinburg to Weslaco?
The road trip is about 21.2 miles (34.1 km) and usually takes 00h 27m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
San Juan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.6 miles from Edinburg and 10.6 miles from Weslaco.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.5 miles (23.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.88 one way or $5.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Edinburg and Sunny near Weslaco.
Stop Ideas Near San Juan
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Hidalgo
First Vehicle Services
City of Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department
Triple City Bingo
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to San Juan.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Edinburg and Weslaco. Straight-line distance: 14.52 mi (23.37 km).
#1 Edinburg
The most populous city in Hidalgo County, Texas.
| Population | 102,374 |
| Coordinates | 26.3017400, -98.1633400 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Weslaco
The largest city in Hidalgo County, Texas.
| Population | 43,273 |
| Coordinates | 26.1595200, -97.9908400 |
| Altitude | 24 |
| Country | United States |
End: Weslaco (-97.99084, 26.15952)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 34 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
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 | $3.84 | $2.88 | $5.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $3.26 | $6.52 |
| Premium | $4.72 | $3.54 | $7.08 |
| Diesel | $5.78 | $4.33 | $8.66 |
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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