How far is Hughes Springs, TX from Rhode Island, TX?
The driving distance from Hughes Springs, TX to Rhode Island, TX is about 147.6 miles (237.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 124.1 miles (199.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 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 02h 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.
City in Henderson County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hughes Springs and Rhode Island.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hughes Springs and Rhode Island.
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Start on Ward
32 m · 7 sec · Ward
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Turn right onto 1st Street
130 m · 12 sec · 1st Street
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Turn left
1 mi · 2 min
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Turn right
6 mi · 11 min
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Turn left onto South Main Street
7.2 mi · 11 min · South Main Street
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Take the exit slight right
1485 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight right
92 m · 8 sec
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Merge slight left
15.6 mi · 18 min
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Turn left onto North Wood Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · North Wood Street
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Turn straight
13.4 mi · 15 min
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Turn right onto West Broadway Street
1.4 km · 1 min · West Broadway Street
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Turn left
12.6 mi · 15 min
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Turn right onto US Highway 271
4.8 mi · 6 min · US Highway 271
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Turn right onto East Northeast Loop 323
1.6 mi · 2 min · East Northeast Loop 323
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Continue on West Northwest Loop 323
4.3 mi · 6 min · West Northwest Loop 323
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Continue on South Southwest Loop 323
3046 ft · 43 sec · South Southwest Loop 323
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Turn right onto Chandler Highway
1.6 mi · 2 min · Chandler Highway
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Continue on State Highway 31 West
5.6 mi · 7 min · State Highway 31 West
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Continue on East Highway 31
2 mi · 2 min · East Highway 31
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Continue on State Highway 31 East
21 mi · 24 min · State Highway 31 East
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Take the exit left
1392 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dewitt C Greer Loop
5.6 mi · 6 min · Dewitt C Greer Loop
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Turn left onto Mill Run Road
1.1 km · 2 min · Mill Run Road
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Turn right onto FM 753
5.1 mi · 7 min · FM 753
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Turn left onto FM 59
12.6 mi · 22 min · FM 59
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Turn right onto North US Highway 287
6.8 mi · 10 min · North US Highway 287
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Turn left
10.3 mi · 18 min
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Turn right onto East FM 833
6.8 mi · 8 min · East FM 833
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Turn left onto County Road 161
3 m · 1 sec · County Road 161
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 161
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hughes Springs and Rhode Island.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
State Highway 31 East
Continue on State Highway 31 East
21 mi · 00h 24m
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 then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Hughes Springs and Partly Sunny near Rhode Island.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hughes Springs to Rhode Island?
The road trip is about 147.6 miles (237.6 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Chandler is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.1 miles from Hughes Springs and 73.6 miles from Rhode Island.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 124.1 miles (199.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.5 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 1:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.69 one way or $39.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Hughes Springs and Partly Sunny near Rhode Island.
Stop Ideas Near Chandler
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Chandler.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hughes Springs and Rhode Island. Straight-line distance: 124.09 mi (199.7 km).
#1 Hughes Springs
City in Cass County, Texas, United States
| Population | 1,672 |
| Coordinates | 32.9984600, -94.6307600 |
| Altitude | 115 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rhode Island
Rhode Island is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.8154400, -96.2313600 |
| Altitude | 119 |
| Country | United States |
End: FM 833 (-96.231403, 31.815452)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 238 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 50m |
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 | $19.69 | $39.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.15 | $44.31 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $23.92 | $47.84 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $20.80 | $41.61 |
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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