How far is Victoria, TX from Laredo, TX?
The driving distance from Victoria, TX to Laredo, TX is about 186.7 miles (300.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 177 miles (284.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 27m 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 13m.
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.
City in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Victoria and Laredo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Victoria and Laredo.
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Start on North Main Street
114 m · 12 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West North Street
959 ft · 27 sec · West North Street
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Turn left onto North Moody Street
1.3 km · 1 min · North Moody Street
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Continue on Southwest Moody Street
52.9 mi · 1 hr 1 min · Southwest Moody Street
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Continue on East Houston Street
1.6 mi · 4 min · East Houston Street
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Continue on West Corpus Christi Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · West Corpus Christi Street
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Continue on US Highway 59 West
65.2 mi · 1 hr 16 min · US Highway 59 West
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Continue straight
58.8 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 Victoria and Laredo.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 59 West
Continue on US Highway 59 West
65.2 mi · 01h 16m
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.
Partly Cloudy leaving Victoria and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Laredo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Victoria to Laredo?
The road trip is about 186.7 miles (300.5 km) and usually takes 03h 13m 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?
George West is a useful midpoint, sitting about 93.1 miles from Victoria and 93.6 miles from Laredo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 177 miles (284.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.7 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 10:32 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.60 one way or $47.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Victoria and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Laredo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Victoria and Laredo. Straight-line distance: 176.97 mi (284.8 km).
#1 Victoria
Victoria is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 28.8052700, -97.0036000 |
| Altitude | 29 |
| 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: 301 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 19m |
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 | $23.60 | $47.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.09 | $26.98 | $53.96 |
| Premium | $4.47 | $29.47 | $58.94 |
| Diesel | $5.68 | $37.44 | $74.89 |
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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