How far is Rhode Island, TX from Sam Rayburn, TX?
The driving distance from Rhode Island, TX to Sam Rayburn, TX is about 168.6 miles (271.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 139.4 miles (224.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 37m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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 Sam Rayburn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rhode Island and Sam Rayburn.
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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
6.9 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Farm-to-Market Road 27: Fairfield, Wortham
1016 ft · 25 sec
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Turn left onto North Interstate 45
55 m · 10 sec · North Interstate 45
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Turn left onto West Commerce Street
2.2 mi · 4 min · West Commerce Street
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Continue on US Highway 84 West
23.3 mi · 34 min · US Highway 84 West
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Turn right
12.6 mi · 19 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
24.8 mi · 29 min
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Turn left onto East Goliad Avenue
31.4 mi · 34 min · East Goliad Avenue
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Continue straight
11.6 mi · 12 min
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Continue on North Raguet Street
2.7 mi · 5 min · North Raguet Street
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Continue on West Denman Avenue
4.1 mi · 6 min · West Denman Avenue
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Continue straight
18.2 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right
2141 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto East Main Street
18.1 mi · 27 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto Sam Rayburn Parkway
9.4 mi · 14 min · Sam Rayburn Parkway
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Turn left
65 m · 6 sec
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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 Sam Rayburn.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Goliad Avenue
Turn left onto East Goliad Avenue
31.4 mi · 00h 34m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Rhode Island and Mostly Sunny near Sam Rayburn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rhode Island to Sam Rayburn?
The road trip is about 168.6 miles (271.4 km) and usually takes 03h 37m 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?
Hickory Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84.3 miles from Rhode Island and 84.4 miles from Sam Rayburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 139.4 miles (224.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.2 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:46 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.31 one way or $42.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Rhode Island and Mostly Sunny near Sam Rayburn.
Stop Ideas Near Hickory Creek
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 Hickory Creek.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rhode Island and Sam Rayburn. Straight-line distance: 139.45 mi (224.42 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 Sam Rayburn
Sam Rayburn is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.0640800, -94.0357500 |
| Altitude | 61 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sam Rayburn (-94.03575, 31.06408)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 271 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 06m |
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 | $3.58 | $21.31 | $42.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.09 | $24.36 | $48.72 |
| Premium | $4.47 | $26.61 | $53.22 |
| Diesel | $5.68 | $33.81 | $67.62 |
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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