How far is Rhode Island, TX from Pittsburg, TX?

The driving distance from Rhode Island, TX to Pittsburg, TX is about 135.9 miles (218.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 110 miles (177 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 57m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
135.92 mi
02h 58m
Flight
109.98 mi
177 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
109.98 mi
Kilometers
177 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Road route
135.92 mi
Kilometers
218.74 km
Drive Time
02h 58m

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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 02h 58m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Pittsburg
Thu, May 7, 1:03 PM CDT
Return by in Rhode Island
Thu, May 7, 4:02 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Rhode Island
2026-05-07T10:05
Arrive Pittsburg
Thu, May 7, 1:03 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 58m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:59 AM to 12:59 PM CDT

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

Leave by
12:32 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
Chandler
TX

City in Henderson County, Texas, United States

From Rhode Island
68 mi
01h 29m
To Pittsburg
67.9 mi
01h 29m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
74°F
Thursday

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Thu, May 7 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph NNE
Destination
72°F
Thursday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Thu, May 7 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph N

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Rhode Island and Pittsburg.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Rhode Island and Pittsburg.

  1. 1

    Start on County Road 161

    3 m · 2 sec · County Road 161

  2. 2

    Turn right onto East FM 833

    6.8 mi · 8 min · East FM 833

  3. 3

    Turn left

    10.3 mi · 18 min

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn right

    6.8 mi · 10 min

  5. 5

    Turn left

    6.5 mi · 11 min

  6. 6

    Continue on FM 59

    6.1 mi · 11 min · FM 59

  7. 7

    Turn right onto FM 753

    5.1 mi · 7 min · FM 753

  8. 8

    Turn left onto Mill Run Road

    1.1 km · 2 min · Mill Run Road

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Dewitt C Greer Loop

    5.6 mi · 6 min · Dewitt C Greer Loop

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right

    1334 ft · 37 sec

  11. 11

    Turn slight right

    74 m · 7 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight left onto State Highway 31 East

    21 mi · 24 min · State Highway 31 East

  13. 13

    Continue on West Highway 31

    2 mi · 2 min · West Highway 31

  14. 14

    Continue on State Highway 31 West

    5.6 mi · 7 min · State Highway 31 West

  15. 15

    Continue on Chandler Highway

    1.9 mi · 2 min · Chandler Highway

  16. 16

    Continue on West Front Street

    2.4 mi · 4 min · West Front Street

  17. 17

    Turn left onto South Beckham Avenue

    1.5 km · 2 min · South Beckham Avenue

  18. 18

    Continue on East Gentry Parkway

    1.6 mi · 2 min · East Gentry Parkway

  19. 19

    Continue on US Highway 271

    5.5 mi · 7 min · US Highway 271

  20. 20

    Turn left onto State Highway 155 North

    4.9 mi · 6 min · State Highway 155 North

  21. 21

    Continue on South Main Street

    1.1 mi · 2 min · South Main Street

  22. 22

    Continue on State Highway 155 North

    6.7 mi · 7 min · State Highway 155 North

  23. 23

    At the end of the road, turn right onto West Broadway Street

    1.4 km · 1 min · West Broadway Street

  24. 24

    Turn left onto North Tyler Street

    16.3 mi · 19 min · North Tyler Street

  25. 25

    Continue straight

    16.3 mi · 19 min

  26. 26

    Turn left onto Rusk Street

    1.2 km · 1 min · Rusk Street

  27. 27

    Turn right onto Church Street

    121 m · 18 sec · Church Street

  28. 28

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Church Street

Car Route Details

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

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
28 steps
14 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
20.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Tyler Street
32.6 mi · 24%
State Highway 31 East
21 mi · 15%
State Highway 155 North
11.5 mi · 8%
East FM 833
6.78 mi · 5%
FM 59
6.05 mi · 4%
Dewitt C Greer Loop
5.83 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

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.

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 58m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 58m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+25.9 mi
110 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Chandler
01h 29m from Rhode Island
Leave By
12:32 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy leaving Rhode Island and Partly Sunny near Pittsburg.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Rhode Island to Pittsburg?

The road trip is about 135.9 miles (218.7 km) and usually takes 02h 58m 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?

Chandler is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68 miles from Rhode Island and 67.9 miles from Pittsburg.

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

The direct path is about 110 miles (177 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.9 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 12:32 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.14 one way or $36.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Rhode Island and Partly Sunny near Pittsburg.

Stop Ideas Near Chandler

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Chandler, 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 Chandler.

BUS

Tyler, TX

17 mi away
303 North Bois D'Arc Street
RAIL

Mineola

39 mi away
115 East Front St.
RAIL

Longview

74 mi away
905 Pacific Ave.
RAIL

Marshall

108 mi away
800 North Washington Street - suite 2

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Rhode Island and Pittsburg. Straight-line distance: 109.98 mi (177 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
Pittsburg

#2 Pittsburg

City in Texas, USA

Population4,680
Coordinates32.9954000, -94.9657700
Altitude120
CountryUnited States
Start: Rhode Island (-96.23136, 31.81544)
End: Pittsburg (-94.96577, 32.9954)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 219 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 31m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 23m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 43m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 15m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 56m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 41m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.8 gal
18.16 L · about $18.14
Round trip
$36.28
9.6 gal · 36.32 L
Estimated CO2
42.7 kg one way
Round trip: 85.3 kg / 188 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $18.14 $36.28
Mid-grade $4.25 $20.41 $40.82
Premium $4.59 $22.04 $44.07
Diesel $3.99 $19.17 $38.33

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 07, 2026

There is no time difference between Rhode Island and Pittsburg. The current time is 10:05:05.

Distance to Other Cities

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