How far is Progreso, TX from Pharr, TX?
The driving distance from Progreso, TX to Pharr, TX is about 20.5 miles (33 km), with a travel time of about 00h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.7 miles (25.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 57m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Hidalgo County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Progreso and Pharr.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Progreso and Pharr.
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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
3.8 mi · 6 min
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Turn left onto Expressway 83
1 km · 1 min · Expressway 83
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 2 West, US 83 West
1324 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
12.6 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 281 South: Pharr
1578 ft · 39 sec
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Turn straight onto East Expressway 83
1 km · 1 min · East Expressway 83
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Turn left onto North Cage Boulevard
1.4 km · 2 min · North Cage Boulevard
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Turn left
85 m · 7 sec
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Turn right
70 m · 19 sec
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Turn right onto East Park Avenue
80 m · 14 sec · East Park Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Cage Boulevard
31 m · 2 sec · South Cage Boulevard
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Turn slight right
46 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Progreso and Pharr.
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.
I 2 West
Merge slight left
12.6 mi · 00h 14m
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.
Sunny leaving Progreso and Sunny near Pharr.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Progreso to Pharr?
The road trip is about 20.5 miles (33 km) and usually takes 00h 28m 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?
Donna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.3 miles from Progreso and 10.2 miles from Pharr.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.7 miles (25.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.8 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 7:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.76 one way or $5.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Progreso and Sunny near Pharr.
Stop Ideas Near Donna
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Progreso and Pharr. Straight-line distance: 15.73 mi (25.31 km).
#1 Progreso
City in Hidalgo County, Texas
| Population | 5,979 |
| Coordinates | 26.0923000, -97.9572200 |
| Altitude | 21 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pharr
The most populous city in Hidalgo County, Texas.
| Population | 79,513 |
| Coordinates | 26.1948000, -98.1836200 |
| Altitude | 34 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bus US 83-S (-98.183606, 26.194867)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 33 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
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 | $2.76 | $5.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $3.13 | $6.26 |
| Premium | $4.72 | $3.40 | $6.80 |
| Diesel | $5.78 | $4.16 | $8.32 |
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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