How far is Progreso, TX from Donna, TX?
The driving distance from Progreso, TX to Donna, TX is about 10.6 miles (17 km), with a travel time of about 00h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 8 miles (12.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 36m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The largest city in Hidalgo County, Texas.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Progreso and Donna.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Progreso and Donna.
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Start on East Palm Avenue
131 m · 21 sec · East Palm Avenue
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Turn right
1.1 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto Gonzalez Road
1063 ft · 57 sec · Gonzalez Road
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Turn left
3.2 mi · 5 min
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Turn left
5.9 mi · 9 min
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Turn left onto South 11th Street
7 m · 1 sec · South 11th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 11th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Progreso and Donna.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
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5.93 mi · 00h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Progreso and Mostly Sunny near Donna.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Progreso to Donna?
The road trip is about 10.6 miles (17 km) and usually takes 00h 18m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Weslaco is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.3 miles from Progreso and 5.3 miles from Donna.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8 miles (12.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.40 one way or $2.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Progreso and Mostly Sunny near Donna.
Stop Ideas Near Weslaco
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
San Juan City Sanitation Department
Weslaco City Hall
Triple City Bingo
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Weslaco.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Progreso and Donna. Straight-line distance: 7.98 mi (12.84 km).
#1 Progreso
City in Hidalgo County, Texas
| Population | 5,979 |
| Coordinates | 26.0923000, -97.9572200 |
| Altitude | 21 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Donna
City in Hidalgo County, Texas, United States
| Population | 16,316 |
| Coordinates | 26.1703500, -98.0519500 |
| Altitude | 28 |
| Country | United States |
End: Donna (-98.05195, 26.17035)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 17 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $1.40 | $2.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.57 | $3.15 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $1.70 | $3.40 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $1.48 | $2.95 |
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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