How far is Laredo, TX from Castroville, TX?
The driving distance from Laredo, TX to Castroville, TX is about 144.5 miles (232.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 133.3 miles (214.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 10m 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 35m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in La Salle County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Laredo and Castroville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laredo and Castroville.
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Start on Matamoros Street
1544 ft · 46 sec · Matamoros Street
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Turn left onto San Dario Avenue
553 ft · 11 sec · San Dario Avenue
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
130.7 mi · 2 hr 13 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward FM 3175, FM 2790: Benton City Road, Lytle
1349 ft · 46 sec
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Turn straight
153 m · 12 sec
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Turn slight left onto Interstate 35 South
78 m · 8 sec · Interstate 35 South
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Turn left onto Benton City Road
2790 ft · 53 sec · Benton City Road
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Continue on South Somerset Street
1651 ft · 53 sec · South Somerset Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
633 ft · 20 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto South Prairie Street
1.2 km · 2 min · South Prairie Street
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Continue on Lytle-Lacoste Road
4.2 mi · 5 min · Lytle-Lacoste Road
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Turn straight onto Farm-to-Market Road 2790
2637 ft · 45 sec · Farm-to-Market Road 2790
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Continue on Castro Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · Castro Avenue
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Continue straight
3.9 mi · 5 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto US Highway 90 East
1.4 mi · 2 min · US Highway 90 East
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Turn right onto Angelo Street
585 ft · 28 sec · Angelo Street
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Turn right onto Paris Street
26 m · 4 sec · Paris Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Paris Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Laredo and Castroville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Purple Heart Trail
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
131 mi · 02h 13m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Laredo and Chance Rain Showers near Castroville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Laredo to Castroville?
The road trip is about 144.5 miles (232.5 km) and usually takes 02h 35m 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?
Cotulla is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.4 miles from Laredo and 72.1 miles from Castroville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 133.3 miles (214.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.2 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 1:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.27 one way or $38.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Laredo and Chance Rain Showers near Castroville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Laredo and Castroville. Straight-line distance: 133.37 mi (214.64 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Castroville
Town in the U.
| Population | 3,199 |
| Coordinates | 29.3557900, -98.8786400 |
| Altitude | 231 |
| Country | United States |
End: Castroville (-98.87864, 29.35579)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 233 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
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 | $19.27 | $38.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.69 | $43.37 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $23.41 | $46.83 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $20.36 | $40.73 |
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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