How far is Tenaha, TX from Rhode Island, TX?
The driving distance from Tenaha, TX to Rhode Island, TX is about 133 miles (214.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.9 miles (188.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 40m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 20m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tenaha and Rhode Island.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tenaha and Rhode Island.
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Start on South Center Street
22 m · 9 sec · South Center Street
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Turn left onto South George Bowers Drive
10.3 mi · 12 min · South George Bowers Drive
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Turn slight right
45.9 mi · 1 hr 8 min
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Turn right onto North Dickinson Drive
1.5 mi · 2 min · North Dickinson Drive
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Continue on US Highway 69 North
9.5 mi · 11 min · US Highway 69 North
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Continue on South Jackson Street
2.6 mi · 3 min · South Jackson Street
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Turn left onto East Rusk Street
1.2 mi · 1 min · East Rusk Street
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Continue on US Highway 79 West
22.9 mi · 26 min · US Highway 79 West
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Continue on East Palestine Avenue
3.5 mi · 5 min · East Palestine Avenue
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Continue on West Oak Street
11.7 mi · 14 min · West Oak Street
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Turn straight
22.7 mi · 34 min
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Keep slight right to continue on West Commerce Street
1.1 km · 1 min · West Commerce Street
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Take the ramp right
3072 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
6.6 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FM 833
1426 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right
1 mi · 3 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North State Highway 75
16 m · 2 sec · North State Highway 75
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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 County Road 161
3 m · 1 sec · County Road 161
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 161
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tenaha and Rhode Island.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn slight right
45.9 mi · 01h 08m
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.
Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Tenaha and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rhode Island.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tenaha to Rhode Island?
The road trip is about 133 miles (214.1 km) and usually takes 02h 20m 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?
Jacksonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.9 miles from Tenaha and 62.2 miles from Rhode Island.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.9 miles (188.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.1 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 1:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.72 one way or $35.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Tenaha and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rhode Island.
Stop Ideas Near Jacksonville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tenaha and Rhode Island. Straight-line distance: 116.93 mi (188.18 km).
#1 Tenaha
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,134 |
| Coordinates | 31.9437800, -94.2440900 |
| Altitude | 106 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rhode Island
Rhode Island is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.8154400, -96.2313600 |
| Altitude | 119 |
| Country | United States |
End: FM 833 (-96.231403, 31.815452)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 214 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 39m |
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 | $17.72 | $35.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.94 | $39.88 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $21.53 | $43.06 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $18.73 | $37.45 |
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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