How far is Kemp, TX from Rhode Island, TX?
The driving distance from Kemp, TX to Rhode Island, TX is about 61.2 miles (98.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43.3 miles (69.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 08m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 04m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kemp and Rhode Island.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kemp and Rhode Island.
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Start on East 9th Street
35 m · 8 sec · East 9th Street
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Turn left onto South Elm Street
1.2 km · 1 min · South Elm Street
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Turn straight
103 m · 12 sec
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Turn slight right onto South State Highway 274
9.7 mi · 14 min · South State Highway 274
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Continue on North Tool Drive
5.8 mi · 9 min · North Tool Drive
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Continue on State Highway 274
7.1 mi · 11 min · State Highway 274
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Turn right onto State Highway 31 West
8 mi · 9 min · State Highway 31 West
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Continue on Northwest 2nd Street
9.3 mi · 11 min · Northwest 2nd Street
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Turn left onto Corsicana Bypass
6.2 mi · 7 min · Corsicana Bypass
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Turn left onto South Interstate 45
2351 ft · 47 sec · South Interstate 45
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Take the ramp slight left
1321 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
19.8 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FM 833
1640 ft · 41 sec
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Turn left onto North Interstate 45
94 m · 10 sec · North Interstate 45
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Turn left
1.3 mi · 3 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North State Highway 75
16 m · 2 sec · North State Highway 75
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Turn left onto East FM 833
1.5 km · 1 min · East FM 833
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Turn right 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 Kemp and Rhode Island.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
South Interstate 45
Merge slight left
19.8 mi · 00h 20m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Kemp and Showers And Thunderstorms near Rhode Island.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kemp to Rhode Island?
The road trip is about 61.2 miles (98.5 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?
Kerens is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35 miles from Kemp and 26.2 miles from Rhode Island.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43.3 miles (69.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.16 one way or $16.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Kemp and Showers And Thunderstorms near Rhode Island.
Stop Ideas Near Kerens
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Old City Jail
Corsicana Animal Shelter
Corsicana Planning & Zoning
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Kerens.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kemp and Rhode Island. Straight-line distance: 43.33 mi (69.74 km).
#1 Kemp
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,251 |
| Coordinates | 32.4426400, -96.2299800 |
| Altitude | 116 |
| 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: 99 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 45m |
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 | $8.16 | $16.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.18 | $18.37 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $9.92 | $19.83 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $8.62 | $17.25 |
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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