How far is Rockport, TX from Laredo, TX?
The driving distance from Rockport, TX to Laredo, TX is about 176.2 miles (283.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 154 miles (247.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 05m 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.
Flight Distance
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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 03h 02m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Duval County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rockport and Laredo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rockport and Laredo.
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Start on East Market Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · East Market Street
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Take the ramp left
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto State Highway 35 Bypass
7.6 mi · 9 min · State Highway 35 Bypass
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Keep slight right to continue on State Highway 35 Bypass
19.3 mi · 22 min · State Highway 35 Bypass
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Take the exit slight right
1.3 km · 2 min
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Keep slight left
658 ft · 16 sec
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Merge slight left
3 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight left toward TX 358: Padre Island
2157 ft · 53 sec
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Continue on North Padre Island Drive
1.6 km · 1 min · North Padre Island Drive
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 44: Robstown, Alice
2142 ft · 52 sec
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Continue straight
11.3 mi · 12 min
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Turn right onto South US Highway 77
2347 ft · 47 sec · South US Highway 77
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Turn left
3106 ft · 51 sec
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Turn left onto East Avenue J
26.2 mi · 30 min · East Avenue J
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Continue on East Main Street
159 m · 7 sec · East Main Street
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Continue on East Front Street
34.5 mi · 39 min · East Front Street
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Continue straight
58.4 mi · 1 hr 3 min
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Turn left onto Bob Bullock Loop
1.3 km · 1 min · Bob Bullock Loop
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Turn right onto Clark Boulevard
3 mi · 5 min · Clark Boulevard
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Continue on Park Street
2011 ft · 50 sec · Park Street
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Turn left onto Santa Ursula Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · Santa Ursula Avenue
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Turn right onto Houston Street
1607 ft · 42 sec · Houston Street
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Turn left onto Salinas Avenue
83 m · 12 sec · Salinas Avenue
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Turn left onto Matamoros Street
93 m · 5 sec · Matamoros Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Matamoros Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rockport and Laredo.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
East Front Street
Continue straight
58.4 mi · 01h 03m
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 Rockport and Mostly Sunny near Laredo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rockport to Laredo?
The road trip is about 176.2 miles (283.6 km) and usually takes 03h 02m 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?
San Diego is a useful midpoint, sitting about 85.9 miles from Rockport and 90.3 miles from Laredo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 154 miles (247.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.2 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 10:54 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.51 one way or $47.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Rockport and Mostly Sunny near Laredo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rockport and Laredo. Straight-line distance: 154.04 mi (247.9 km).
#1 Rockport
Seaside city of Rockport is located in the state of Texas.
| Population | 10,847 |
| Coordinates | 28.0207700, -97.0560100 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Laredo
The third most populous city in Texas and the center of the Laredo metropolitan area.
| Population | 263,640 |
| Coordinates | 27.5064100, -99.5075400 |
| Altitude | 126 |
| Country | United States |
End: Matamoros Street (-99.507507, 27.506385)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 284 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 11m |
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 | $23.51 | $47.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.45 | $52.89 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $28.56 | $57.11 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $24.84 | $49.67 |
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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