How far is Laredo, TX from Rosita North, TX?

The driving distance from Laredo, TX to Rosita North, TX is about 126.2 miles (203.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 19m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 97.1 miles (156.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 39m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
126.18 mi
02h 19m
Flight
97.07 mi
156.22 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
97.07 mi
Kilometers
156.22 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
126.18 mi
Kilometers
203.06 km
Drive Time
02h 19m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 19m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Rosita North
Tue, May 12, 10:33 PM CDT
Return by in Laredo
Wed, May 13, 12:53 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Laredo
2026-05-12T20:14
Arrive Rosita North
Tue, May 12, 10:33 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 19m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:20 AM to 12:20 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:50 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Laredo
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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
Asherton
TX

City in Dimmit County, Texas, United States

From Laredo
63.2 mi
01h 09m
To Rosita North
63 mi
01h 09m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
90°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
3 mph ENE
Destination
88°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph ESE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Laredo and Rosita North.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Laredo and Rosita North.

  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

    39.4 mi · 45 min · Peña Street

  9. 9

    Take the exit left

    134 m · 12 sec

  10. 10

    Continue straight

    1810 ft · 50 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight left onto Loop 480

    2.3 mi · 3 min · Loop 480

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward FM 1021

    1210 ft · 26 sec

  13. 13

    Keep slight left

    44 m · 11 sec

  14. 14

    Turn left onto El Indio Highway

    2.1 mi · 3 min · El Indio Highway

  15. 15

    Turn left onto FM 2030

    3174 ft · 1 min · FM 2030

  16. 16

    Turn left onto School Circle

    781 ft · 34 sec · School Circle

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · School Circle

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Laredo and Rosita North.

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
17 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
13.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US Highway 83 North
62.2 mi · 49%
Peña Street
39.8 mi · 32%
Purple Heart Trail
17.7 mi · 14%
Loop 480
2.33 mi · 2%
El Indio Highway
2.08 mi · 2%
FM 2030
0.6 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 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.

Drive Time
02h 19m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 40m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+29.1 mi
97.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Asherton
01h 09m from Laredo
Leave By
1:50 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Laredo and Mostly Sunny near Rosita North.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Laredo to Rosita North?

The road trip is about 126.2 miles (203.1 km) and usually takes 02h 19m 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?

Asherton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 63.2 miles from Laredo and 63 miles from Rosita North.

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

The direct path is about 97.1 miles (156.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.1 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 1:50 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.82 one way or $33.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Laredo and Mostly Sunny near Rosita North.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Laredo and Rosita North. Straight-line distance: 97.07 mi (156.22 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
Rosita North

#2 Rosita North

Census designated place in Maverick County, Texas

Population3,818
Coordinates28.6564400, -100.4221800
Altitude240
CountryUnited States
Start: Laredo (-99.50754, 27.50641)
End: Rosita North (-100.42218, 28.65644)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 203 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 12m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 09m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 31m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 06m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 48m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 34m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.45 gal
16.85 L · about $16.82
Round trip
$33.63
8.9 gal · 33.7 L
Estimated CO2
39.5 kg one way
Round trip: 79.1 kg / 174 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $16.82 $33.63
Mid-grade $4.25 $18.92 $37.84
Premium $4.59 $20.43 $40.86
Diesel $3.99 $17.77 $35.54

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 · May 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Laredo and Rosita North. The current time is 20:14:05.

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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.