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

The driving distance from Rhode Island, TX to Thorndale, TX is about 125.1 miles (201.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 26m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 101 miles (162.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 53m 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
125.14 mi
02h 26m
Flight
101.03 mi
162.59 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
101.03 mi
Kilometers
162.59 km
Flight Time
00h 12m

Driving Distance

Road route
125.14 mi
Kilometers
201.4 km
Drive Time
02h 26m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 26m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Thorndale
Wed, May 13, 1:24 AM CDT
Return by in Rhode Island
Wed, May 13, 3:51 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Rhode Island
2026-05-12T22:58
Arrive Thorndale
Wed, May 13, 1:24 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 26m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:27 AM to 12:27 PM CDT

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

Leave by
1:36 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
Franklin
TX

City in Robertson County, Texas, United States

From Rhode Island
62.6 mi
01h 13m
To Thorndale
62.6 mi
01h 13m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
80°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 mph
Destination
81°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph NE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    26.6 mi · 27 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward US 79: Buffalo, Jewett

    1527 ft · 24 sec

  10. 10

    Turn straight onto North Craig Street

    3215 ft · 1 min · North Craig Street

  11. 11

    Turn right onto West Commerce Street

    1210 ft · 16 sec · West Commerce Street

  12. 12

    Continue on Main Street

    51.1 mi · 58 min · Main Street

  13. 13

    Continue on North Market Street

    1.5 mi · 2 min · North Market Street

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right

    1.5 km · 1 min

  15. 15

    Continue straight

    41.3 mi · 52 min

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

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
16 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Main Street
51.1 mi · 41%
North Market Street
43.7 mi · 35%
North Interstate 45
26.9 mi · 22%
East FM 833
0.93 mi · 1%
West FM 833
0.66 mi · 1%
Farm-to-Market Road 833
0.62 mi
Longest Stretch

Main Street

Continue on Main Street

51.1 mi · 00h 58m

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 26m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 54m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+24.1 mi
101 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Franklin
01h 13m from Rhode Island
Leave By
1:36 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Rhode Island and Sunny near Thorndale.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 125.1 miles (201.4 km) and usually takes 02h 26m 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?

Franklin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.6 miles from Rhode Island and 62.6 miles from Thorndale.

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

The direct path is about 101 miles (162.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.1 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 1:36 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.70 one way or $33.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Rhode Island and Sunny near Thorndale.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Rhode Island and Thorndale. Straight-line distance: 101.03 mi (162.59 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 Rhode Island

Rhode Island is a place in Texas, United States.

Population0
Coordinates31.8154400, -96.2313600
Altitude119
CountryUnited States
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#2 Thorndale

City in Milam County, Texas, United States

Population1,302
Coordinates30.6138100, -97.2055500
Altitude138
CountryUnited States
Start: Rhode Island (-96.23136, 31.81544)
End: Thorndale (-97.20555, 30.61381)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 201 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 10m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 07m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 30m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 05m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 47m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 33m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.42 gal
16.72 L · about $16.70
Round trip
$33.41
8.84 gal · 33.44 L
Estimated CO2
39.3 kg one way
Round trip: 78.6 kg / 173 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $16.70 $33.41
Mid-grade $4.25 $18.79 $37.59
Premium $4.59 $20.29 $40.58
Diesel $3.99 $17.65 $35.30

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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There is no time difference between Rhode Island and Thorndale. The current time is 22:58:22.

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.