How far is Wharton, TX from Laredo, TX?
The driving distance from Wharton, TX to Laredo, TX is about 257.1 miles (413.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 241.6 miles (388.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 43m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 21m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wharton and Laredo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wharton and Laredo.
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Start on West Milam Street
34 m · 9 sec · West Milam Street
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Turn left onto South Richmond Road
2.9 mi · 4 min · South Richmond Road
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Take the ramp straight
1.1 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
68.2 mi · 1 hr 15 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US Highway 59 South
4.4 mi · 5 min · US Highway 59 South
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Take the exit slight right
951 ft · 26 sec
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Continue on Northwest Zac Lenz Parkway Frontage Road East
1450 ft · 40 sec · Northwest Zac Lenz Parkway Frontage Road East
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Turn right
49.4 mi · 57 min
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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 Wharton 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.
South Richmond Road
Merge slight left
68.2 mi · 01h 15m
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 Wharton 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 Wharton to Laredo?
The road trip is about 257.1 miles (413.7 km) and usually takes 04h 21m 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?
Blue Berry Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 128.3 miles from Wharton and 128.8 miles from Laredo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 241.6 miles (388.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.5 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 8:16 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.28 one way or $68.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 80.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Wharton and Mostly Sunny near Laredo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wharton and Laredo. Straight-line distance: 241.58 mi (388.79 km).
#1 Wharton
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 8,615 |
| Coordinates | 29.3116400, -96.1027400 |
| Altitude | 31 |
| 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: 414 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 12m |
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 | $34.28 | $68.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $38.57 | $77.13 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $41.64 | $83.28 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $36.22 | $72.43 |
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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