How far is Terrell Hills, TX from Laredo, TX?
The driving distance from Terrell Hills, TX to Laredo, TX is about 162.2 miles (261.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 150.4 miles (242 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 57m 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 28m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Frio County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Terrell Hills and Laredo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Terrell Hills and Laredo.
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Start on Garraty Road
2682 ft · 1 min · Garraty Road
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Continue on Grove Place
1120 ft · 31 sec · Grove Place
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Turn left onto Broadway
1 km · 2 min · Broadway
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Turn right onto East Hildebrand Avenue
1 km · 1 min · East Hildebrand Avenue
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Turn left onto US 281 South
1310 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto McAllister Freeway
1.7 mi · 2 min · McAllister Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35 South: Laredo
1988 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Pan Am Expressway
70 m · 3 sec · North Pan Am Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on North Pan Am Expressway
2.1 mi · 3 min · North Pan Am Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on South Pan Am Expressway
10.4 mi · 12 min · South Pan Am Expressway
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
144.5 mi · 2 hr 26 min · Purple Heart Trail
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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 Terrell Hills and Laredo.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Purple Heart Trail
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
144 mi · 02h 26m
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy leaving Terrell Hills and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Laredo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Terrell Hills to Laredo?
The road trip is about 162.2 miles (261.1 km) and usually takes 02h 28m 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?
Dilley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81 miles from Terrell Hills and 81.2 miles from Laredo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 150.4 miles (242 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.8 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 1:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.62 one way or $43.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy around Terrell Hills and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Laredo.
Stop Ideas Near Dilley
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Terrell Hills and Laredo. Straight-line distance: 150.38 mi (242.02 km).
#1 Terrell Hills
City in Bexar County, Texas, United States
| Population | 5,451 |
| Coordinates | 29.4749500, -98.4508500 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| 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: 261 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
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 | $21.62 | $43.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.32 | $48.64 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $26.26 | $52.52 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $22.84 | $45.68 |
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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