How far is Laredo, TX from Poteet, TX?
The driving distance from Laredo, TX to Poteet, TX is about 136 miles (218.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 120.4 miles (193.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 22m 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 41m.
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 Poteet.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laredo and Poteet.
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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
83.2 mi · 1 hr 26 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward Texas 85: Charlotte, Carrizo Springs, Crystal City
2240 ft · 48 sec
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Continue on I-35 Access Road East
107 m · 11 sec · I-35 Access Road East
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Turn right
33 mi · 44 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
9 mi · 14 min
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Turn left
51 m · 6 sec
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Continue straight
2 mi · 5 min
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Turn left
6.7 mi · 8 min
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Turn right onto 4th Street
2930 ft · 1 min · 4th Street
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Turn right onto Avenue H
2502 ft · 55 sec · Avenue H
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Turn left onto 9th Street
819 ft · 27 sec · 9th Street
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Turn right onto School Drive
25 m · 2 sec · School Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · School Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Laredo and Poteet.
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
83.2 mi · 01h 26m
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.
Partly Cloudy leaving Laredo and Partly Sunny near Poteet.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Laredo to Poteet?
The road trip is about 136 miles (218.8 km) and usually takes 02h 41m 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 68.1 miles from Laredo and 67.9 miles from Poteet.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 120.4 miles (193.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.14 one way or $36.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Laredo and Partly Sunny near Poteet.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Laredo and Poteet. Straight-line distance: 120.43 mi (193.81 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 Poteet
City in Atascosa County, Texas, United States
| Population | 3,542 |
| Coordinates | 29.0405200, -98.5680700 |
| Altitude | 136 |
| Country | United States |
End: Poteet (-98.56807, 29.04052)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 219 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 41m |
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 | $18.14 | $36.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.41 | $40.82 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $22.04 | $44.07 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $19.17 | $38.33 |
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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