How far is Pilot Point, TX from Rhode Island, TX?

The driving distance from Pilot Point, TX to Rhode Island, TX is about 135.1 miles (217.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 19m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 117.2 miles (188.6 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
135.1 mi
02h 19m
Flight
117.2 mi
188.61 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
117.2 mi
Kilometers
188.61 km
Flight Time
00h 14m

Driving Distance

Road route
135.1 mi
Kilometers
217.43 km
Drive Time
02h 19m

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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 02h 19m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Rhode Island
Wed, Apr 22, 11:41 PM CDT
Return by in Pilot Point
Thu, Apr 23, 2:00 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Pilot Point
2026-04-22T21:21
Arrive Rhode Island
Wed, Apr 22, 11:41 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 Pilot Point
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
Wilmer
TX

City in Texas, United States

From Pilot Point
66.9 mi
01h 09m
To Rhode Island
68.3 mi
01h 09m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
75°F
Wednesday

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SSE
Destination
76°F
Wednesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Pilot Point and Rhode Island.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Pilot Point and Rhode Island.

  1. 1

    Start on South Jefferson Street

    15 m · 6 sec · South Jefferson Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto West Main Street

    70 m · 10 sec · West Main Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto South Washington Street

    68 m · 10 sec · South Washington Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto West Liberty Street

    2080 ft · 44 sec · West Liberty Street

  5. 5

    At the end of the road, turn right onto South Harrison Street

    84 m · 11 sec · South Harrison Street

  6. 6

    Turn left onto East Liberty Street

    2597 ft · 54 sec · East Liberty Street

  7. 7

    Continue on FM 455 East

    6.8 mi · 12 min · FM 455 East

  8. 8

    Turn right onto Dallas Parkway

    10.3 mi · 16 min · Dallas Parkway

  9. 9

    Continue on South Dallas Parkway

    2740 ft · 47 sec · South Dallas Parkway

  10. 10

    Take the ramp slight left

    2429 ft · 59 sec

  11. 11

    Continue on Dallas North Tollway

    30.3 mi · 34 min · Dallas North Tollway

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on Harry Hines Boulevard, Downtown

    1812 ft · 44 sec

  13. 13

    Continue on Harry Hines Boulevard

    2043 ft · 54 sec · Harry Hines Boulevard

  14. 14

    Turn slight left

    113 m · 11 sec

  15. 15

    Turn straight onto Moody Street

    100 m · 9 sec · Moody Street

  16. 16

    Continue on North Pearl Street

    2203 ft · 1 min · North Pearl Street

  17. 17

    Turn left onto Woodall Rodgers Freeway

    88 m · 6 sec · Woodall Rodgers Freeway

  18. 18

    Take the ramp slight left toward I 45 South

    1.1 km · 1 min

  19. 19

    Merge slight left onto Julius Schepps Freeway

    3.1 mi · 4 min · Julius Schepps Freeway

  20. 20

    Keep slight left to continue on Julius Schepps Freeway

    76.3 mi · 1 hr 18 min · Julius Schepps Freeway

  21. 21

    Take the exit slight right toward FM 833

    1640 ft · 41 sec

  22. 22

    Turn left onto North Interstate 45

    94 m · 10 sec · North Interstate 45

  23. 23

    Turn left

    1.3 mi · 3 min

  24. 24

    At the end of the road, turn right onto North State Highway 75

    16 m · 2 sec · North State Highway 75

  25. 25

    Turn left onto East FM 833

    1.5 km · 1 min · East FM 833

  26. 26

    Turn right onto County Road 161

    3 m · 1 sec · County Road 161

  27. 27

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · County Road 161

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Pilot Point and Rhode Island.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
27 steps
14 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
20 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Julius Schepps Freeway
79.4 mi · 59%
Dallas North Tollway
30.3 mi · 22%
Dallas Parkway
10.3 mi · 8%
FM 455 East
6.85 mi · 5%
South Dallas Parkway
0.98 mi · 1%
East FM 833
0.93 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Julius Schepps Freeway

Keep slight left to continue on Julius Schepps Freeway

76.3 mi · 01h 18m

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
+17.9 mi
117.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Wilmer
01h 09m from Pilot Point
Leave By
1:50 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy leaving Pilot Point and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rhode Island.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Pilot Point to Rhode Island?

The road trip is about 135.1 miles (217.4 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?

Wilmer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.9 miles from Pilot Point and 68.3 miles from Rhode Island.

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

The direct path is about 117.2 miles (188.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.9 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 $18.03 one way or $36.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Pilot Point and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rhode Island.

Stop Ideas Near Wilmer

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Wilmer and the surrounding midpoint area.
City Hall Bistro
Food stop 14.4 mi away

City Hall Bistro

Dallas , TX
1321 Commerce St, Dallas, TX 75202
Rating 4.6/5 235 reviews Bistro,Bar,Brunch restaurant,European restaurant,Restaurant
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 14.1 mi away

Dallas Environmental Quality

Dallas , TX
1500 Marilla St # L2fs, Dallas, TX 75201
Rating 4.5/5 2 reviews City government office,Emergency services,Environmental health service
Dallas City Hall
Meeting point 14.1 mi away

Dallas City Hall

Dallas , TX
1500 Marilla St, Dallas, TX 75201
Rating 3.9/5 112 reviews City Hall
Dallas Water Utilities Department
Nearby stop 14.1 mi away

Dallas Water Utilities Department

Dallas , TX
1500 Marilla St #4an, Dallas, TX 75201
Rating 2.1/5 119 reviews Water utility company

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Wilmer.

RAIL

Union Station

24 mi away
400 South Houston St.
BUS

Dallas, TX

24 mi away
205 South Lamar Street
BUS

Mesquite, TX

24 mi away
1331 Highway 80 East \r\n1331 Highway 80 East \r\n
RAIL

Fort Worth Central Station

62 mi away
1001 Jones Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Pilot Point and Rhode Island. Straight-line distance: 117.2 mi (188.61 km).

Pilot Point

#1 Pilot Point

City in Alaska

Population4,673
Coordinates33.3965000, -96.9605600
Altitude220
CountryUnited States
Photo coming soon

#2 Rhode Island

Rhode Island is a place in Texas, United States.

Population0
Coordinates31.8154400, -96.2313600
Altitude119
CountryUnited States
Start: South Jefferson Street (-96.960637, 33.396499)
End: FM 833 (-96.231403, 31.815452)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 217 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 30m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 22m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 42m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 15m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 55m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 41m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.77 gal
18.05 L · about $18.03
Round trip
$36.05
9.54 gal · 36.1 L
Estimated CO2
42.4 kg one way
Round trip: 84.8 kg / 187 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $18.03 $36.05
Mid-grade $4.25 $20.28 $40.56
Premium $4.59 $21.90 $43.80
Diesel $3.99 $19.05 $38.09

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 · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Pilot Point and Rhode Island. The current time is 21:21:28.

Distance to Other Cities

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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.