How far is Laredo, TX from Del Rio, TX?

The driving distance from Laredo, TX to Del Rio, TX is about 178.9 miles (287.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 21m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 153.5 miles (247.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 43m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
178.87 mi
03h 21m
Flight
153.53 mi
247.09 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
153.53 mi
Kilometers
247.09 km
Flight Time
00h 18m

Driving Distance

Road route
178.87 mi
Kilometers
287.87 km
Drive Time
03h 21m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 21m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Del Rio
Wed, Apr 22, 11:44 PM CDT
Return by in Laredo
Thu, Apr 23, 3:05 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Laredo
2026-04-22T20:22
Arrive Del Rio
Wed, Apr 22, 11:44 PM CDT
Route Timing
03h 21m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:22 AM to 11:22 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:16 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Laredo
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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
Crystal City
TX

City in Texas, United States

From Laredo
89.5 mi
01h 40m
To Del Rio
89.3 mi
01h 40m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
89°F
Wednesday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
8 mph SE
Destination
86°F
Wednesday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Laredo and Del Rio.

  1. 1

    Start on Matamoros Street

    1544 ft · 46 sec · Matamoros Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto San Dario Avenue

    553 ft · 11 sec · San Dario Avenue

  3. 3

    Continue on Purple Heart Trail

    17.7 mi · 19 min · Purple Heart Trail

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward US 83 North: Carrizo Springs, Uvalde

    1737 ft · 35 sec

  5. 5

    Turn left onto US Highway 83 North

    148 m · 8 sec · US Highway 83 North

  6. 6

    At the end of the road, turn right onto US Highway 83 North

    62.1 mi · 1 hr 5 min · US Highway 83 North

  7. 7

    Continue on South 1st Street

    1786 ft · 31 sec · South 1st Street

  8. 8

    Turn left onto Peña Street

    42.1 mi · 49 min · Peña Street

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right

    70 m · 6 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left onto North Veterans Boulevard

    2.7 mi · 4 min · North Veterans Boulevard

  11. 11

    Turn right onto Del Río Boulevard

    52.2 mi · 1 hr 1 min · Del Río Boulevard

  12. 12

    Turn slight right

    129 m · 21 sec

  13. 13

    Turn left onto East Ogden Street

    2358 ft · 47 sec · East Ogden Street

  14. 14

    Continue on East Garfield Street

    1674 ft · 37 sec · East Garfield Street

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Spur 297

    33 m · 2 sec · Spur 297

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Spur 297

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
16 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US Highway 83 North
62.2 mi · 35%
Del Río Boulevard
52.2 mi · 29%
Peña Street
42.1 mi · 24%
Purple Heart Trail
17.7 mi · 10%
North Veterans Boulevard
2.74 mi · 2%
East Ogden Street
0.45 mi
Longest Stretch

US Highway 83 North

At the end of the road, turn right onto US Highway 83 North

62.1 mi · 01h 05m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 21m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 44m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+25.4 mi
153.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Crystal City
01h 40m from Laredo
Leave By
10:16 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Laredo and Partly Sunny near Del Rio.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Laredo to Del Rio?

The road trip is about 178.9 miles (287.9 km) and usually takes 03h 21m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Crystal City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 89.5 miles from Laredo and 89.3 miles from Del Rio.

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

The direct path is about 153.5 miles (247.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.4 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 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:16 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.85 one way or $47.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Laredo and Partly Sunny near Del Rio.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Laredo and Del Rio. Straight-line distance: 153.53 mi (247.09 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
Del Rio

#2 Del Rio

City in Texas, USA

Population35,722
Coordinates29.3627300, -100.8967600
Altitude295
CountryUnited States
Start: Laredo (-99.50754, 27.50641)
End: Del Rio (-100.89676, 29.36273)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 288 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 57m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 28m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 34m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 58m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 33m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 13m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.31 gal
23.89 L · about $23.85
Round trip
$47.69
12.62 gal · 47.78 L
Estimated CO2
56.1 kg one way
Round trip: 112.2 kg / 247 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $23.85 $47.69
Mid-grade $4.25 $26.83 $53.66
Premium $4.59 $28.97 $57.94
Diesel $3.99 $25.20 $50.39

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Laredo and Del Rio. The current time is 20:22:21.

Distance to Other Cities

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