How far is Rhode Island, TX from Porter Heights, TX?
The driving distance from Rhode Island, TX to Porter Heights, TX is about 138.8 miles (223.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 126.9 miles (204.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 15m 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 37m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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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 Porter Heights.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rhode Island and Porter Heights.
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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
120.5 mi · 2 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Loop 336, TX 75 North: Frazier Street
1035 ft · 25 sec
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Turn straight onto Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
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Turn left onto South Loop 336 West
2.1 mi · 3 min · South Loop 336 West
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Turn right onto Conroe Porter Road
6.7 mi · 12 min · Conroe Porter Road
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Continue on FM 1314
4.8 mi · 8 min · FM 1314
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Turn right onto Porter Lane
1.2 km · 2 min · Porter Lane
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Turn left
2520 ft · 2 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rhode Island and Porter Heights.
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
120 mi · 02h 03m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Rhode Island and Mostly Cloudy near Porter Heights.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rhode Island to Porter Heights?
The road trip is about 138.8 miles (223.4 km) and usually takes 02h 37m 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?
Madisonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.5 miles from Rhode Island and 69.3 miles from Porter Heights.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 126.9 miles (204.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.9 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 1:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.52 one way or $37.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Rhode Island and Mostly Cloudy near Porter Heights.
Stop Ideas Near Madisonville
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 Porter Heights. Straight-line distance: 126.94 mi (204.29 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 Porter Heights
Census designated place
| Population | 1,653 |
| Coordinates | 30.1518800, -95.3218800 |
| Altitude | 38 |
| Country | United States |
End: Porter Heights (-95.32188, 30.15188)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 223 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 43m |
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 | $18.52 | $37.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.83 | $41.67 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $22.50 | $44.99 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $19.57 | $39.13 |
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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