How far is Wildwood, TX from Rhode Island, TX?
The driving distance from Wildwood, TX to Rhode Island, TX is about 178.1 miles (286.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 138.4 miles (222.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 52m 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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
The second-largest city in Walker County, Texas.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wildwood and Rhode Island.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wildwood and Rhode Island.
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Start on Wildwood Drive
2909 ft · 1 min · Wildwood Drive
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Turn left
725 ft · 20 sec
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Turn slight left
30 m · 4 sec
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Turn right
2.5 mi · 6 min
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Turn left
20.1 mi · 23 min
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Turn left onto West Bluff Street
75.1 mi · 1 hr 25 min · West Bluff Street
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Continue on 11th Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · 11th Street
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Turn right onto Interstate 45 North
3074 ft · 1 min · Interstate 45 North
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Take the ramp straight
68.7 mi · 1 hr 9 min
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Continue straight
20 mi · 20 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 Wildwood 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.
West Bluff Street
Turn left onto West Bluff Street
75.1 mi · 01h 25m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Wildwood and Mostly Cloudy then 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 Wildwood to Rhode Island?
The road trip is about 178.1 miles (286.7 km) and usually takes 02h 56m 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?
Huntsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 95.8 miles from Wildwood and 82.3 miles from Rhode Island.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 138.4 miles (222.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.77 one way or $47.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Wildwood and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rhode Island.
Stop Ideas Near Huntsville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Huntsville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wildwood and Rhode Island. Straight-line distance: 138.4 mi (222.74 km).
#1 Wildwood
Wildwood is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 30.5240900, -94.4415800 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| 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: 287 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 13m |
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 | $23.77 | $47.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.75 | $53.49 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $28.88 | $57.75 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $25.12 | $50.23 |
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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