How far is Laredo, TX from Alamo, TX?

The driving distance from Laredo, TX to Alamo, TX is about 152.1 miles (244.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 59m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 125 miles (201.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
152.11 mi
02h 59m
Flight
125.04 mi
201.24 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

Choose another destination from Laredo.

Flight Distance

Direct air line
125.04 mi
Kilometers
201.24 km
Flight Time
00h 15m

Driving Distance

Road route
152.11 mi
Kilometers
244.8 km
Drive Time
02h 59m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 59m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Alamo
Sat, Apr 11, 4:37 AM CDT
Return by in Laredo
Sat, Apr 11, 7:37 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Laredo
2026-04-11T01:38
Arrive Alamo
Sat, Apr 11, 4:37 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 59m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:59 AM to 12:59 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:32 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Laredo
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Roma
TX

City in Starr County, Texas, United States of America

From Laredo
76.1 mi
01h 29m
To Alamo
76 mi
01h 29m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
86°F
Saturday

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 1:00 AM CDT
Wind
9 to 15 mph ESE
Destination
86°F
Saturday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
6 to 16 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Laredo and Alamo.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Laredo and Alamo.

  1. 1

    Start on Matamoros Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · Matamoros Street

  2. 2

    Continue on Chihuahua Street

    1 mi · 2 min · Chihuahua Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto North Meadow Avenue

    2 mi · 4 min · North Meadow Avenue

  4. 4

    Turn right onto South Zapata Highway

    5.4 mi · 8 min · South Zapata Highway

  5. 5

    Continue on US Highway 83 South

    14.2 mi · 16 min · US Highway 83 South

  6. 6

    Continue on United States Highway 83

    54.3 mi · 1 hr 1 min · United States Highway 83

  7. 7

    Continue on North Grant Street

    17.4 mi · 20 min · North Grant Street

  8. 8

    Continue on United States Highway 83

    7.7 mi · 9 min · United States Highway 83

  9. 9

    Continue on West Main Street

    2353 ft · 33 sec · West Main Street

  10. 10

    Continue on East Main Street

    1.9 mi · 2 min · East Main Street

  11. 11

    Continue on East US Highway 83

    15.1 mi · 17 min · East US Highway 83

  12. 12

    Continue on West Expressway 83

    3.1 mi · 4 min · West Expressway 83

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on La Joya Bypass

    27.7 mi · 31 min · La Joya Bypass

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward FM 907: Alamo Road

    1183 ft · 29 sec

  15. 15

    Turn straight onto East Expressway 83

    2219 ft · 48 sec · East Expressway 83

  16. 16

    Turn right onto North Alamo Road

    2608 ft · 1 min · North Alamo Road

  17. 17

    Turn left

    15 m · 1 sec

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Laredo and Alamo.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
18 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
11.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
United States Highway 83
62 mi · 41%
La Joya Bypass
27.7 mi · 18%
North Grant Street
17.4 mi · 11%
East US Highway 83
15.1 mi · 10%
US Highway 83 South
14.2 mi · 9%
South Zapata Highway
5.37 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

United States Highway 83

Continue on United States Highway 83

54.3 mi · 01h 01m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 59m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 58m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+27.1 mi
125 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Roma
01h 29m from Laredo
Leave By
12:32 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Laredo and Chance Rain Showers near Alamo.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Laredo to Alamo?

The road trip is about 152.1 miles (244.8 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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?

Roma is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.1 miles from Laredo and 76 miles from Alamo.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 125 miles (201.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.1 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 12:32 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.29 one way or $40.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Laredo and Chance Rain Showers near Alamo.

Stop Ideas Near Roma

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Roma, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Roma.

BUS

McAllen, Texas

81 mi away
1501 West US Hwy 83 Business

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Laredo and Alamo. Straight-line distance: 125.04 mi (201.24 km).

Laredo

#1 Laredo

The third most populous city in Texas and the center of the Laredo metropolitan area.

Population263,640
Coordinates27.5064100, -99.5075400
Altitude126
CountryUnited States
Alamo

#2 Alamo

Town in southern Texas, United States

Population20,556
Coordinates26.1836900, -98.1230600
Altitude30
CountryUnited States
Start: Laredo (-99.50754, 27.50641)
End: Alamo (-98.12306, 26.18369)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 245 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 04m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 48m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 02m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 32m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 10m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 53m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.37 gal
20.32 L · about $20.29
Round trip
$40.59
10.74 gal · 40.64 L
Estimated CO2
47.7 kg one way
Round trip: 95.4 kg / 210 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $20.29 $40.59
Mid-grade $4.25 $22.83 $45.67
Premium $4.59 $24.65 $49.31
Diesel $3.99 $21.44 $42.88

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Texas · Apr 11, 2026

There is no time difference between Laredo and Alamo. The current time is 01:38:42.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.