How far is Rhode Island, TX from Old River-Winfree, TX?

The driving distance from Rhode Island, TX to Old River-Winfree, TX is about 189.3 miles (304.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 23m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 158.1 miles (254.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
189.24 mi
03h 23m
Flight
158.06 mi
254.37 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
158.06 mi
Kilometers
254.37 km
Flight Time
00h 19m

Driving Distance

Road route
189.24 mi
Kilometers
304.55 km
Drive Time
03h 23m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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

Drive time stays fixed at 03h 23m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Old River-Winfree
Thu, Apr 23, 6:36 AM CDT
Return by in Rhode Island
Thu, Apr 23, 9:59 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Rhode Island
2026-04-23T03:12
Arrive Old River-Winfree
Thu, Apr 23, 6:36 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 23m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:24 AM to 11:24 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:12 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Rhode Island
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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
Huntsville
TX

The second-largest city in Walker County, Texas.

From Rhode Island
94.8 mi
01h 41m
To Old River-Winfree
94.5 mi
01h 41m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Thursday

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S
Destination
80°F
Thursday

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Rhode Island and Old River-Winfree.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Rhode Island and Old River-Winfree.

  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

    3263 ft · 2 min · Farm-to-Market Road 833

  6. 6

    Turn left onto North Interstate 45

    49 m · 7 sec · North Interstate 45

  7. 7

    Take the ramp left

    1777 ft · 43 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    132.2 mi · 2 hr 17 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward Grand Parkway

    1067 ft · 26 sec

  10. 10

    Turn straight onto Interstate 45 North Frontage Road

    2.1 mi · 4 min · Interstate 45 North Frontage Road

  11. 11

    Turn left onto North Grand Parkway West

    116 m · 9 sec · North Grand Parkway West

  12. 12

    Take the ramp straight toward TX 99 Toll East

    1536 ft · 38 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight left onto North Grand Parkway East

    48.6 mi · 52 min · North Grand Parkway East

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward FM 595: Mont Belvieu

    1768 ft · 50 sec

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Farm-to-Market Road 565

    2.7 mi · 4 min · Farm-to-Market Road 565

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Farm-to-Market Road 1409

    160 m · 16 sec · Farm-to-Market Road 1409

  17. 17

    Turn left

    27 m · 6 sec

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Rhode Island and Old River-Winfree.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
18 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
2 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Interstate 45
133 mi · 70%
North Grand Parkway East
48.6 mi · 26%
Farm-to-Market Road 565
2.73 mi · 1%
Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
2.06 mi · 1%
East FM 833
0.93 mi
West FM 833
0.66 mi
Longest Stretch

North Interstate 45

Merge slight left

132 mi · 02h 17m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 23m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 48m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+31.2 mi
158.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Huntsville
01h 41m from Rhode Island
Leave By
10:12 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy leaving Rhode Island and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Old River-Winfree.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Rhode Island to Old River-Winfree?

The road trip is about 189.3 miles (304.6 km) and usually takes 03h 23m in normal driving conditions.

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

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Huntsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 94.8 miles from Rhode Island and 94.5 miles from Old River-Winfree.

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

The direct path is about 158.1 miles (254.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.2 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 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:12 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.24 one way or $50.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Rhode Island and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Old River-Winfree.

Stop Ideas Near Huntsville

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Huntsville and the surrounding midpoint area.
City Hall Cafe And Pie Bar
Food stop 2.3 mi away

City Hall Cafe And Pie Bar

Huntsville , TX
1421 Sam Houston Ave, Huntsville, TX 77340, United States
Rating 4.3/5 1,088 reviews Restaurant

Transit and Meeting Points

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

BUS

Bryan, TX

79 mi away
301 East 26th Street
BUS

Prairie View, TX

84 mi away
44814 US Highway 290 Business \r\n
RAIL

Houston

108 mi away
902 Washington Ave.
BUS

Houston, TX

110 mi away
2121 Main Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Rhode Island and Old River-Winfree. Straight-line distance: 158.06 mi (254.37 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
Old River-Winfree

#2 Old River-Winfree

City in Chambers County, Texas, United States

Population1,453
Coordinates29.8682800, -94.8327000
Altitude11
CountryUnited States
Start: Rhode Island (-96.23136, 31.81544)
End: Old River-Winfree (-94.8327, 29.86828)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 305 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 18m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 43m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 47m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 09m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 42m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 21m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.68 gal
25.28 L · about $25.24
Round trip
$50.49
13.36 gal · 50.56 L
Estimated CO2
59.4 kg one way
Round trip: 118.7 kg / 262 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $25.24 $50.49
Mid-grade $4.25 $28.40 $56.81
Premium $4.59 $30.67 $61.34
Diesel $3.99 $26.67 $53.35

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 · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Rhode Island and Old River-Winfree. The current time is 03:12:08.

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