How far is Rhode Island, TX from Mineola, TX?
The driving distance from Rhode Island, TX to Mineola, TX is about 99.4 miles (160 km), with a travel time of about 02h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.9 miles (117.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 25m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 12m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rhode Island and Mineola.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rhode Island and Mineola.
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Start on County Road 161
3 m · 2 sec · County Road 161
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Turn right onto East FM 833
6.8 mi · 8 min · East FM 833
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Turn left
10.3 mi · 18 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
6.8 mi · 10 min
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Turn left
6.5 mi · 11 min
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Continue on FM 59
6.1 mi · 11 min · FM 59
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Turn right onto FM 753
5.1 mi · 7 min · FM 753
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Turn left onto Mill Run Road
1.1 km · 2 min · Mill Run Road
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Turn right onto Dewitt C Greer Loop
5.6 mi · 6 min · Dewitt C Greer Loop
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Take the exit slight right
1334 ft · 37 sec
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Turn slight right
74 m · 7 sec
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Merge slight left onto State Highway 31 East
21 mi · 24 min · State Highway 31 East
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Continue on West Highway 31
2 mi · 2 min · West Highway 31
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Continue on State Highway 31 West
2.5 mi · 3 min · State Highway 31 West
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Turn left onto Loop 49 Toll North
3228 ft · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Toll 49
15.9 mi · 17 min · Toll 49
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Mineola Highway
9.3 mi · 11 min · Mineola Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Pacific Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rhode Island and Mineola.
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 31 East
Merge slight left onto State Highway 31 East
21 mi · 00h 24m
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 Sunny leaving Rhode Island and Mostly Sunny near Mineola.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rhode Island to Mineola?
The road trip is about 99.4 miles (160 km) and usually takes 02h 12m 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?
Murchison is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.7 miles from Rhode Island and 49.6 miles from Mineola.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.9 miles (117.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.5 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 2:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.26 one way or $26.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Rhode Island and Mostly Sunny near Mineola.
Stop Ideas Near Murchison
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 Murchison.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rhode Island and Mineola. Straight-line distance: 72.92 mi (117.35 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 Mineola
City in Wood County, Texas
| Population | 4,951 |
| Coordinates | 32.6631900, -95.4882900 |
| Altitude | 127 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mineola (-95.48829, 32.66319)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 160 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
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 | $13.26 | $26.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.92 | $29.85 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $16.11 | $32.23 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $14.02 | $28.03 |
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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