How far is Laredo, TX from Pharr, TX?
The driving distance from Laredo, TX to Pharr, TX is about 147.5 miles (237.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 122 miles (196.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 49m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 54m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Starr County, Texas, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Laredo and Pharr.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laredo and Pharr.
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Start on Matamoros Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Matamoros Street
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Continue on Chihuahua Street
1 mi · 2 min · Chihuahua Street
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Turn right onto North Meadow Avenue
2 mi · 4 min · North Meadow Avenue
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Turn right onto South Zapata Highway
5.4 mi · 8 min · South Zapata Highway
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Continue on US Highway 83 South
14.2 mi · 16 min · US Highway 83 South
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Continue on United States Highway 83
54.3 mi · 1 hr 1 min · United States Highway 83
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Continue on North Grant Street
17.4 mi · 20 min · North Grant Street
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Continue on United States Highway 83
7.7 mi · 9 min · United States Highway 83
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Continue on West Main Street
2353 ft · 33 sec · West Main Street
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Continue on East Main Street
1.9 mi · 2 min · East Main Street
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Continue on East US Highway 83
15.1 mi · 17 min · East US Highway 83
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Continue on West Expressway 83
3.1 mi · 4 min · West Expressway 83
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Keep slight left to continue on La Joya Bypass
22.1 mi · 25 min · La Joya Bypass
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Take the exit slight right toward US 83 Business, FM 3362, FM 2061: Jackson Road
1591 ft · 30 sec
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Turn straight onto East Expressway 83
2775 ft · 1 min · East Expressway 83
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Turn right
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Turn right
70 m · 19 sec
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Turn right onto East Park Avenue
80 m · 14 sec · East Park Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Cage Boulevard
31 m · 2 sec · South Cage Boulevard
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Turn slight right
46 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Laredo and Pharr.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
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.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Laredo and Mostly Sunny near Pharr.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Laredo to Pharr?
The road trip is about 147.5 miles (237.4 km) and usually takes 02h 54m 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 73.8 miles from Laredo and 73.7 miles from Pharr.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 122 miles (196.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.5 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 12:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.65 one way or $39.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Laredo and Mostly Sunny near Pharr.
Stop Ideas Near Roma
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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McAllen, Texas
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Laredo and Pharr. Straight-line distance: 121.95 mi (196.26 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 Pharr
The most populous city in Hidalgo County, Texas.
| Population | 79,513 |
| Coordinates | 26.1948000, -98.1836200 |
| Altitude | 34 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pharr (-98.18362, 26.1948)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 237 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 50m |
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 | $19.65 | $39.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.11 | $44.22 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $23.87 | $47.75 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $20.76 | $41.53 |
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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