How far is Laredo, TX from Dallas, TX?
Fastest route
The distance from Laredo, Texas to Dallas, Texas is approximately 445 miles (716 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 6 hours and 29 minutes. The suggested route is via TX-130 N and I-35 N, which includes tolls.
Directions
- Start by heading north on Convent Ave toward Lincoln St.
- Turn right onto Matamoros St. Pass by IBC Bank on the left.
- Use the left two lanes to turn left onto San Dario Ave.
- Continue on I-35 N/US-83 N.
- Take I-10 E, TX-130 N/TX-130 Toll N, I-35 N, and I-35E N to Cadiz St in Dallas.
- Take the Riverfront Blvd/Cadiz St exit from I-35E N.
- Use the left three lanes to turn slightly left onto I-35 N/US-83 N (signs for Interstate 35 N/US 59 N/San Antonio/Houston/Carrizo Spgs).
- Continue to follow I-35 N.
- Use the right two lanes to take exit 153 to merge onto I-10 E/US-87 S/US-90 E.
- Continue to follow I-10 E.
- Take exit 614 for TX-130 Toll N toward Austin (toll road).
- Continue onto TX-130 N/TX-130 Toll N (toll road).
- Keep left and follow signs for I-35 N/Waco, then merge onto I-35 N.
- Continue onto Monarch Hwy/Purple Heart Trail.
- Continue onto I-35 N/Monarch Hwy/Purple Heart Trail.
- Keep right at the fork to continue on I-35E N, following signs for Interstate 35E/Dallas.
- Keep right at the fork to stay on I-35E N.
- Keep right at the fork to stay on I-35E N, following signs for I-30 E/Texarkana.
- Use the right two lanes to take the Riverfront Blvd/Cadiz St exit.
- Turn left onto S Akard St. Your destination will be on the left.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Consider using the suggested route via TX-130 N and I-35 N to save time.
- ⛽ Make sure to fuel up your vehicle before embarking on the journey.
- 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device for real-time traffic updates and alternative routes.
- 🚧 Be prepared for possible road construction or traffic delays along the way.
- 🍽 Plan for meal breaks and rest stops to stay refreshed during the long drive.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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 06h 26m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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.
A city in Hays County, Texas.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Laredo and Dallas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laredo and Dallas.
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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
144.4 mi · 2 hr 27 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Continue on South Pan Am Expressway
9.3 mi · 11 min · South Pan Am Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on South Pan Am Expressway
1.7 mi · 2 min · South Pan Am Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on South Pan Am Expressway
10.5 mi · 13 min · South Pan Am Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on North Pan Am Expressway
7.4 mi · 8 min · North Pan Am Expressway
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
11.9 mi · 13 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Continue on Interstate Highway 35
1.9 mi · 2 min · Interstate Highway 35
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
47.8 mi · 52 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Keep slight right to continue on Purple Heart Trail
95.6 mi · 1 hr 40 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Continue on South Jack Kultgen Expressway
6.6 mi · 8 min · South Jack Kultgen Expressway
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
33 mi · 33 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35E: Dallas
58.1 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Continental Avenue
1188 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right onto Continental Avenue
1275 ft · 31 sec · Continental Avenue
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Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
132 m · 15 sec · North Lamar Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Lamar Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Laredo and Dallas.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Purple Heart Trail
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
144 mi · 02h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Partly Sunny leaving Laredo and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Dallas.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Laredo to Dallas?
The road trip is about 446.3 miles (718.3 km) and usually takes 06h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Kyle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 215 miles from Laredo and 231.3 miles from Dallas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 398.7 miles (641.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 47.6 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 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $59.52 one way or $119.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 140 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Laredo and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Dallas.
Stop Ideas Near Kyle
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 Kyle.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Laredo and Dallas. Straight-line distance: 398.65 mi (641.57 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 Dallas
The ninth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area.
| Population | 1,343,266 |
| Coordinates | 32.7830600, -96.8066700 |
| Altitude | 128 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Lamar Street (-96.806574, 32.783135)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 718 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 14h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 11h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 34m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $59.52 | $119.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $66.97 | $133.94 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $72.31 | $144.62 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $62.89 | $125.78 |
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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