How far is Falfurrias, TX from Laredo, TX?
The driving distance from Falfurrias, TX to Laredo, TX is about 91 miles (146.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 85.9 miles (138.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 44m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Texas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Falfurrias and Laredo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Falfurrias and Laredo.
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Start on North Saint Mary's Street
28 m · 6 sec · North Saint Mary's Street
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Turn right onto West Rice Street
1.3 km · 1 min · West Rice Street
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Continue on State Highway 285
33.6 mi · 50 min · State Highway 285
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Turn right onto South Smith Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · South Smith Avenue
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Turn left onto West Viggie Street
12.8 mi · 19 min · West Viggie Street
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Continue on East 3rd Street
1890 ft · 32 sec · East 3rd Street
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Continue on State Highway 359
8.5 mi · 11 min · State Highway 359
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Continue on East Laredo Avenue
1622 ft · 35 sec · East Laredo Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 359
31 mi · 42 min · State Highway 359
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Keep slight left
1038 ft · 38 sec
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Turn straight onto North Zapata Highway
2006 ft · 49 sec · North Zapata Highway
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Continue on Guadalupe Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Guadalupe Street
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Continue on Houston Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Houston Street
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Turn left onto Salinas Avenue
83 m · 12 sec · Salinas Avenue
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Turn left onto Matamoros Street
93 m · 5 sec · Matamoros Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Matamoros Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Falfurrias and Laredo.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 285
Continue on State Highway 285
33.6 mi · 00h 50m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Falfurrias and Mostly Sunny near Laredo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Falfurrias to Laredo?
The road trip is about 91 miles (146.5 km) and usually takes 01h 44m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Hebbronville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.5 miles from Falfurrias and 45.5 miles from Laredo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 85.9 miles (138.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.13 one way or $24.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Falfurrias and Mostly Sunny near Laredo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Falfurrias and Laredo. Straight-line distance: 85.85 mi (138.17 km).
#1 Falfurrias
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 4,717 |
| Coordinates | 27.2269900, -98.1441700 |
| Altitude | 35 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Laredo
The third most populous city in Texas and the center of the Laredo metropolitan area.
| Population | 263,640 |
| Coordinates | 27.5064100, -99.5075400 |
| Altitude | 126 |
| Country | United States |
End: Matamoros Street (-99.507507, 27.506385)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 147 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 08m |
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 | $3.78 | $12.13 | $24.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.65 | $27.30 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $14.74 | $29.47 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $12.82 | $25.64 |
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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