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.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
110.65 mi
02h 24m
Flight
83.97 mi
135.13 km direct

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

Learn Distance

Choose another destination from Rhode Island.

Flight Distance

Direct air line
83.97 mi
Kilometers
135.13 km
Flight Time
00h 10m

Driving Distance

Road route
110.65 mi
Kilometers
178.07 km
Drive Time
02h 24m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 24m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Meridian
Tue, May 5, 9:54 AM CDT
Return by in Rhode Island
Tue, May 5, 12:19 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Rhode Island
2026-05-05T07:29
Arrive Meridian
Tue, May 5, 9:54 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 24m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:25 AM to 12:25 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:40 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Rhode Island
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
Malone
TX

Town in Texas, United States

From Rhode Island
55.3 mi
01h 12m
To Meridian
55.4 mi
01h 12m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Tuesday

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph SSW
Destination
87°F
Tuesday

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 mph SSW

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.

  1. 1

    Start on County Road 161

    3 m · 7 sec · County Road 161

  2. 2

    Turn left onto East FM 833

    1.5 km · 1 min · East FM 833

  3. 3

    Turn right onto North State Highway 75

    16 m · 3 sec · North State Highway 75

  4. 4

    Turn left onto West FM 833

    1.1 km · 2 min · West FM 833

  5. 5

    Continue on Farm-to-Market Road 833

    1990 ft · 56 sec · Farm-to-Market Road 833

  6. 6

    Take the ramp right

    2067 ft · 50 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    19.9 mi · 20 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward TX 31: Athens, Waco

    1599 ft · 42 sec

  9. 9

    Turn left onto South Interstate 45

    2149 ft · 50 sec · South Interstate 45

  10. 10

    Turn left onto Corsicana Bypass

    5.6 mi · 6 min · Corsicana Bypass

  11. 11

    At the end of the road, turn left onto West State Highway 31

    18.8 mi · 21 min · West State Highway 31

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward TX 31 Business

    1400 ft · 38 sec

  13. 13

    Continue on State Highway 31

    1 km · 57 sec · State Highway 31

  14. 14

    Continue on Northeast 4th Street

    1.2 km · 1 min · Northeast 4th Street

  15. 15

    Turn right onto North Magnolia Avenue

    23.4 mi · 35 min · North Magnolia Avenue

  16. 16

    Turn right onto South Waco Street

    2492 ft · 51 sec · South Waco Street

  17. 17

    Turn left onto West Elm Street

    11 mi · 12 min · West Elm Street

  18. 18

    Continue on Jefferson Avenue

    1.1 km · 58 sec · Jefferson Avenue

  19. 19

    Keep slight left to continue on North Bosque Street

    1.2 mi · 2 min · North Bosque Street

  20. 20

    Continue on State Highway 22

    24.6 mi · 37 min · State Highway 22

  21. 21

    Turn straight onto South Cleveland Street

    80 m · 10 sec · South Cleveland Street

  22. 22

    Turn left onto Morgan Street

    1571 ft · 32 sec · Morgan Street

  23. 23

    Turn left

    29 m · 7 sec

  24. 24

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
24 steps
12 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
21.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
State Highway 22
24.6 mi · 22%
North Magnolia Avenue
23.4 mi · 21%
Farm-to-Market Road 833
20.7 mi · 19%
West State Highway 31
18.8 mi · 17%
West Elm Street
11 mi · 10%
Corsicana Bypass
5.61 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

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.

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 24m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+26.8 mi
83.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Malone
01h 12m from Rhode Island
Leave By
1:40 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

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.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Malone, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

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

BUS

Waco, TX

46 mi away
301 South 8th Street
RAIL

Cleburne

66 mi away
206 North Border St.
RAIL

McGregor

72 mi away
1 Amtrak Blvd.
RAIL

Union Station

96 mi away
400 South Houston St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Rhode Island and Meridian. Straight-line distance: 83.97 mi (135.13 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 Rhode Island

Rhode Island is a place in Texas, United States.

Population0
Coordinates31.8154400, -96.2313600
Altitude119
CountryUnited States
Photo coming soon

#2 Meridian

City in Texas, USA

Population1,502
Coordinates31.9232100, -97.6566900
Altitude232
CountryUnited States
Start: Rhode Island (-96.23136, 31.81544)
End: Meridian (-97.65669, 31.92321)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 178 km by road

SpeedTime
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.

One-way fuel
3.9 gal
14.78 L · about $14.74
Round trip
$29.48
7.8 gal · 29.56 L
Estimated CO2
34.7 kg one way
Round trip: 69.3 kg / 153 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
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.

Prices in Texas · May 05, 2026

There is no time difference between Rhode Island and Meridian. The current time is 07:29:35.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

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