How far is Rhode Island, TX from Fort Davis, TX?

The estimated driving distance from Rhode Island, TX to Fort Davis, TX is about 543.6 miles (874.8 km), with a travel time of about 09h 31m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 460.6 miles (741.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 19h 03m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT.
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Road
543.57 mi
09h 31m · estimated
Flight
460.65 mi
741.35 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
460.65 mi
Kilometers
741.35 km
Flight Time
00h 55m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
543.57 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
874.79 km
Drive Time
09h 31m

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Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Fort Davis
Sat, Apr 11, 11:08 AM CDT
Return by in Rhode Island
Sat, Apr 11, 8:39 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Rhode Island
2026-04-11T01:36
Arrive Fort Davis
Sat, Apr 11, 11:08 AM CDT
Route Timing
09h 31m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT
Treat this as a longer travel day
Arrive between
3:32 PM to 5:02 PM CDT

Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.

Leave by
4:56 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 08h 00m at the destination.
Back in Rhode Island
8:00 PM CDT
Overnight-style route

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
Live Oak
TX

City in Texas

From Rhode Island
230.3 mi
04h 45m
To Fort Davis
313.2 mi
04h 45m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Saturday

Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 1:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SE
Destination
71°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 1:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph S

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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Rhode Island and Fort Davis.

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Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

Better with a longer stop

This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.

Drive Time
09h 31m
Overnight route
Same-Day Return
19h 04m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+83 mi
460.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Live Oak
04h 45m from Rhode Island
Leave By
4:56 PM CDT
Overnight-style route
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Rhode Island and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Fort Davis.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Rhode Island to Fort Davis?

The road trip is about 543.6 miles (874.8 km) and usually takes 09h 31m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Live Oak is a useful midpoint, sitting about 230.3 miles from Rhode Island and 313.2 miles from Fort Davis.

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

The direct path is about 460.6 miles (741.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 83 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 7:30 AM CDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $72.48 one way or $144.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 170.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Rhode Island and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Fort Davis.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Rhode Island and Fort Davis. Straight-line distance: 460.65 mi (741.35 km).

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#1 Rhode Island

Rhode Island is a place in Texas, United States.

Population0
Coordinates31.8154400, -96.2313600
Altitude119
CountryUnited States
Fort Davis

#2 Fort Davis

Census-designated place (CDP) in Jeff Davis County, Texas, United States

Population1,201
Coordinates30.5882100, -103.8946300
Altitude1491
CountryUnited States
Start: Rhode Island (-96.23136, 31.81544)
End: Fort Davis (-103.89463, 30.58821)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 875 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)18h 06m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)13h 35m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)10h 52m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)09h 03m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)07h 45m
80 mph (129 km/h)06h 46m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
19.18 gal
72.61 L · about $72.48
Round trip
$144.96
38.36 gal · 145.22 L
Estimated CO2
170.5 kg one way
Round trip: 340.9 kg / 752 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $72.48 $144.96
Mid-grade $4.25 $81.55 $163.11
Premium $4.59 $88.06 $176.11
Diesel $3.99 $76.59 $153.17

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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There is no time difference between Rhode Island and Fort Davis. The current time is 01:36:15.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.