How far is McAllen, TX from Rockport, TX?
The driving distance from McAllen, TX to Rockport, TX is about 186.3 miles (299.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 144.8 miles (233.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 35m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
City in Jim Wells County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between McAllen and Rockport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McAllen and Rockport.
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Start on West Business 83
7 m · 4 sec · West Business 83
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Turn right onto North 10th Street
1 mi · 2 min · North 10th Street
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Turn right onto Pecan Boulevard
1.6 mi · 3 min · Pecan Boulevard
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Continue on West Ferguson Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · West Ferguson Avenue
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Turn left onto North Cage Boulevard
531 ft · 11 sec · North Cage Boulevard
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Take the ramp straight toward I 69C North, US 281 North
78.7 mi · 1 hr 24 min
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Keep slight right
25.2 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right
2237 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto Cecilia Street
2623 ft · 57 sec · Cecilia Street
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Turn left onto Old Kingsville Road
105 m · 7 sec · Old Kingsville Road
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Turn slight right onto South Cameron Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · South Cameron Street
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Turn right onto East Front Street
138 m · 6 sec · East Front Street
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Continue on East Main Street
26.2 mi · 30 min · East Main Street
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Take the exit slight right
2977 ft · 49 sec
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Take the exit slight right
2489 ft · 53 sec
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Turn left onto East State Highway 44
11.3 mi · 12 min · East State Highway 44
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Keep slight left to continue on TX 358 West
3006 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto North Padre Island Drive
1.5 km · 1 min · North Padre Island Drive
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Keep slight right to continue on I 37 South
2264 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left
3 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right
1165 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight left
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto New Harbor Bridge
9.8 mi · 11 min · New Harbor Bridge
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Keep slight left
8.9 mi · 10 min
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Keep slight left
9.1 mi · 11 min
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Turn right onto West Market Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · West Market Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Market Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between McAllen and Rockport.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 69C North
Take the ramp straight toward I 69C North, US 281 North
78.7 mi · 01h 24m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving McAllen and Sunny near Rockport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from McAllen to Rockport?
The road trip is about 186.3 miles (299.8 km) and usually takes 03h 35m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Premont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 93.3 miles from McAllen and 93 miles from Rockport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 144.8 miles (233.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.26 one way or $50.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around McAllen and Sunny near Rockport.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between McAllen and Rockport. Straight-line distance: 144.84 mi (233.1 km).
#1 McAllen
The second most populous city in Hidalgo County, Texas.
| Population | 143,751 |
| Coordinates | 26.2034100, -98.2300100 |
| Altitude | 37 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rockport
Seaside city of Rockport is located in the state of Texas.
| Population | 10,847 |
| Coordinates | 28.0207700, -97.0560100 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rockport (-97.05601, 28.02077)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 300 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 19m |
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 | $3.84 | $25.26 | $50.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $28.60 | $57.21 |
| Premium | $4.72 | $31.08 | $62.15 |
| Diesel | $5.78 | $38.01 | $76.01 |
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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