How far is Laredo, TX from Medina, TX?
The driving distance from Laredo, TX to Medina, TX is about 183.8 miles (295.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 159 miles (255.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 33m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
City in Frio County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Laredo and Medina.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laredo and Medina.
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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
119.9 mi · 2 hr 3 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 132 North: Devine
991 ft · 34 sec
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Continue on Interstate 35 South
2661 ft · 53 sec · Interstate 35 South
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Turn straight onto State Highway 132 South
1.2 mi · 2 min · State Highway 132 South
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Continue on South Teel Drive
2683 ft · 1 min · South Teel Drive
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Turn left onto West Hondo Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · West Hondo Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 173 North
46.3 mi · 1 hr 7 min · State Highway 173 North
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Continue on Main Street
1 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto State Highway 173 North
2711 ft · 1 min · State Highway 173 North
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Turn left onto FM 3240
7.2 mi · 8 min · FM 3240
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Ranch Road 2828
3.3 mi · 4 min · Ranch Road 2828
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Turn right onto State Highway 16 North
2.2 mi · 3 min · State Highway 16 North
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Turn right onto Newcomer Lane
20 m · 3 sec · Newcomer Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Newcomer Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Laredo and Medina.
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
120 mi · 02h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Laredo and Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers near Medina.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Laredo to Medina?
The road trip is about 183.8 miles (295.8 km) and usually takes 03h 33m 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?
Dilley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 92.1 miles from Laredo and 91.7 miles from Medina.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 159 miles (255.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.8 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:52 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.02 one way or $46.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Laredo and Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers near Medina.
Stop Ideas Near Dilley
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 Dilley.
San Antonio Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Laredo and Medina. Straight-line distance: 159.03 mi (255.93 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 Medina
Medina is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 29.7966100, -99.2464300 |
| Altitude | 441 |
| Country | United States |
End: Medina (-99.24643, 29.79661)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 296 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
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 | $3.55 | $23.02 | $46.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.06 | $26.36 | $52.71 |
| Premium | $4.44 | $28.81 | $57.62 |
| Diesel | $5.65 | $36.67 | $73.35 |
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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