How far is Rhode Island, TX from Meridian, TX?
The driving distance from Rhode Island, TX to Meridian, TX is about 110.7 miles (178.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83.9 miles (135.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 49m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 24m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Town in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rhode Island and Meridian.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rhode Island and Meridian.
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Start on County Road 161
3 m · 7 sec · County Road 161
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Turn left onto East FM 833
1.5 km · 1 min · East FM 833
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Turn right onto North State Highway 75
16 m · 3 sec · North State Highway 75
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Turn left onto West FM 833
1.1 km · 2 min · West FM 833
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Continue on Farm-to-Market Road 833
1990 ft · 56 sec · Farm-to-Market Road 833
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Take the ramp right
2067 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
19.9 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 31: Athens, Waco
1599 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left onto South Interstate 45
2149 ft · 50 sec · South Interstate 45
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Turn left onto Corsicana Bypass
5.6 mi · 6 min · Corsicana Bypass
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West State Highway 31
18.8 mi · 21 min · West State Highway 31
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 31 Business
1400 ft · 38 sec
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Continue on State Highway 31
1 km · 57 sec · State Highway 31
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Continue on Northeast 4th Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Northeast 4th Street
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Turn right onto North Magnolia Avenue
23.4 mi · 35 min · North Magnolia Avenue
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Turn right onto South Waco Street
2492 ft · 51 sec · South Waco Street
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Turn left onto West Elm Street
11 mi · 12 min · West Elm Street
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Continue on Jefferson Avenue
1.1 km · 58 sec · Jefferson Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on North Bosque Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · North Bosque Street
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Continue on State Highway 22
24.6 mi · 37 min · State Highway 22
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Turn straight onto South Cleveland Street
80 m · 10 sec · South Cleveland Street
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Turn left onto Morgan Street
1571 ft · 32 sec · Morgan Street
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Turn left
29 m · 7 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 Rhode Island and Meridian.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
State Highway 22
Continue on State Highway 22
24.6 mi · 00h 37m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Rhode Island and Mostly Cloudy near Meridian.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rhode Island to Meridian?
The road trip is about 110.7 miles (178.1 km) and usually takes 02h 24m 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?
Malone is a useful midpoint, sitting about 55.3 miles from Rhode Island and 55.4 miles from Meridian.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83.9 miles (135.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.74 one way or $29.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Rhode Island and Mostly Cloudy near Meridian.
Stop Ideas Near Malone
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Malone.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rhode Island and Meridian. Straight-line distance: 83.97 mi (135.13 km).
#1 Rhode Island
Rhode Island is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.8154400, -96.2313600 |
| Altitude | 119 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Meridian
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 1,502 |
| Coordinates | 31.9232100, -97.6566900 |
| Altitude | 232 |
| Country | United States |
End: Meridian (-97.65669, 31.92321)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 178 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
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 | $3.78 | $14.74 | $29.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.58 | $33.17 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $17.90 | $35.81 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $15.57 | $31.15 |
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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