How far is Laredo, TX from Sullivan City, TX?
The driving distance from Laredo, TX to Sullivan City, TX is about 121 miles (194.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.9 miles (165.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 46m 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 23m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Laredo and Sullivan City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laredo and Sullivan City.
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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
1.3 km · 1 min · West Expressway 83
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Continue on East Expressway 83
120 m · 12 sec · East Expressway 83
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Expressway 83
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Laredo and Sullivan City.
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Laredo and Mostly Sunny near Sullivan City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Laredo to Sullivan City?
The road trip is about 121 miles (194.7 km) and usually takes 02h 23m 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?
Zapata is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.6 miles from Laredo and 60.4 miles from Sullivan City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.9 miles (165.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.1 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 1:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.14 one way or $32.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Laredo and Mostly Sunny near Sullivan City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Laredo and Sullivan City. Straight-line distance: 102.92 mi (165.63 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 Sullivan City
City in Hidalgo County, Texas, United States
| Population | 4,170 |
| Coordinates | 26.2775700, -98.5636300 |
| Altitude | 61 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sullivan City (-98.56363, 26.27757)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 195 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 30m |
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 | $16.14 | $32.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.16 | $36.31 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $19.60 | $39.21 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $17.05 | $34.10 |
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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