How far is Mathis, TX from Laredo, TX?
The driving distance from Mathis, TX to Laredo, TX is about 126.9 miles (204.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 110.4 miles (177.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 19m 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 09m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Duval County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mathis and Laredo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mathis and Laredo.
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Start on North Front Street
34 m · 10 sec · North Front Street
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Turn left onto East San Patricio Avenue
2918 ft · 1 min · East San Patricio Avenue
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Turn right onto South State Highway 359
11.7 mi · 17 min · South State Highway 359
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Turn right onto West Orange Street
27.4 mi · 30 min · West Orange Street
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Turn left
22.8 mi · 26 min
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Continue straight
58.8 mi · 1 hr 3 min
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Turn left onto Bob Bullock Loop
1.3 km · 1 min · Bob Bullock Loop
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Turn right onto Clark Boulevard
3 mi · 5 min · Clark Boulevard
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Continue on Park Street
2011 ft · 50 sec · Park Street
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Turn left onto Santa Ursula Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · Santa Ursula Avenue
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Turn right onto Houston Street
1607 ft · 42 sec · Houston Street
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Turn left onto Salinas Avenue
83 m · 12 sec · Salinas Avenue
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Turn left onto Matamoros Street
93 m · 5 sec · Matamoros Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Matamoros Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mathis and Laredo.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Orange Street
Continue straight
58.8 mi · 01h 03m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Mathis and Partly Sunny near Laredo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mathis to Laredo?
The road trip is about 126.9 miles (204.2 km) and usually takes 02h 09m 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?
Freer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 63.2 miles from Mathis and 63.7 miles from Laredo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 110.4 miles (177.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.5 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 2:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.93 one way or $33.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Mathis and Partly Sunny near Laredo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mathis and Laredo. Straight-line distance: 110.39 mi (177.66 km).
#1 Mathis
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 4,671 |
| Coordinates | 28.0944600, -97.8280500 |
| Altitude | 49 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: Matamoros Street (-99.507507, 27.506385)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 204 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 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.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.78 | $16.93 | $33.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.05 | $38.10 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $20.57 | $41.14 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $17.89 | $35.78 |
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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