How far is Rhode Island, TX from Oyster Creek, TX?
The driving distance from Rhode Island, TX to Oyster Creek, TX is about 222.8 miles (358.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 201.6 miles (324.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 21m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 10m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rhode Island and Oyster Creek.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rhode Island and Oyster Creek.
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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
3263 ft · 2 min · Farm-to-Market Road 833
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Turn left onto North Interstate 45
49 m · 7 sec · North Interstate 45
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Take the ramp left
1777 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
157.1 mi · 2 hr 47 min
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Continue on Gulf Freeway
2.6 mi · 3 min · Gulf Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 59 South, TX 288 South, I 69 South: Lake Jackson, Freeport, Victoria
1.2 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on TX 288 South: Lake Jackson, Freeport
2698 ft · 1 min
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Continue on South Freeway
1 km · 47 sec · South Freeway
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Keep slight left
14.4 mi · 17 min
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Merge slight right onto South Freeway
1312 ft · 17 sec · South Freeway
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Continue on Nolan Ryan Expressway
38.1 mi · 45 min · Nolan Ryan Expressway
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Take the exit slight right
4.1 mi · 7 min
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Turn left
1.6 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto Oyster Creek Bend Road
119 m · 17 sec · Oyster Creek Bend Road
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Turn slight right onto Allen Road
859 ft · 38 sec · Allen Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Allen Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rhode Island and Oyster Creek.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
North Interstate 45
Merge slight left
157 mi · 02h 47m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Rhode Island and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Oyster Creek.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rhode Island to Oyster Creek?
The road trip is about 222.8 miles (358.6 km) and usually takes 04h 10m 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?
Willis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 111.7 miles from Rhode Island and 111.2 miles from Oyster Creek.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 201.6 miles (324.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.2 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 8:38 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.70 one way or $59.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 69.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Rhode Island and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Oyster Creek.
Stop Ideas Near Willis
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rhode Island and Oyster Creek. Straight-line distance: 201.57 mi (324.4 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 Oyster Creek
City in Brazoria County, Texas, United States
| Population | 1,212 |
| Coordinates | 29.0030200, -95.3318800 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oyster Creek (-95.33188, 29.00302)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 359 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 46m |
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 | $29.70 | $59.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $33.42 | $66.84 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $36.09 | $72.17 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $31.38 | $62.77 |
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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