Origin
Beverly, TX
Morning in Beverly on Tuesday
Local time
10:05 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beverly, TX to Rhode Island, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 32m
Distance
80.5 mi
129 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 26m
★
6 AM
1h 33m
8 AM
1h 47m
10 AM
1h 38m
12 PM
1h 36m
3 PM
1h 39m
5 PM
1h 46m
8 PM
1h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beverly, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Rhode Island, TX
Beth Fitzpatrick
Trip Overview
This 80.5-mile journey from Beverly, TX to Rhode Island, TX is a straightforward drive, estimated to take about 1 hour and 32 minutes. Designed as a single-day trip, it's an efficient way to travel within the Great Plains region. The route primarily utilizes State Highway 31 and I-45, making it a highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, this drive is quite budget-friendly. You won't encounter any designated stops along the way, so plan your breaks accordingly. This route offers a practical and uncomplicated travel option for those needing to cover this specific stretch of Texas.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.2 miles from Beverly, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 31 | 35.8 mi | 38m |
| I 45 | 19.8 mi | 19m |
| Corsicana Bypass | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| Hubbard Bypass | 5.3 mi | 5m |
| South Jack Kultgen Expressway | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| East US Highway 84 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Bellmead Drive | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| FM 833 | 1.3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 31
— 35.8 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beverly, TX and Rhode Island, TX.
1
Start on Loop 396
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Valley Mills Drive
2
Turn left onto South Jack Kultgen Expressway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Jack Kultgen Expressway
3
Take the ramp
444 ft
·
10 sec
Toward I 35 North, US 77 North
4
Continue on US 77
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 77
5
Merge onto I 35; US 77
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
South Jack Kultgen Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 338
Toward US 84: Waco Drive, Bellmead Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn straight onto North Jack Kultgen Expressway
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Jack Kultgen Expressway
8
Turn right onto US 84
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
East Waco Drive
9
Continue on US 84
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Bellmead Drive
10
Continue on US 84
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East US Highway 84
11
Continue on TX 31
17 mi
·
17 min
·
State Highway 31
12
Continue on TX 31
5.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Hubbard Bypass
13
Continue on TX 31
19 mi
·
21 min
·
State Highway 31
14
Turn right onto TX 31
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Corsicana Bypass
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn right onto South Interstate 45
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
South Interstate 45
16
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
17
Merge onto I 45
20 mi
·
19 min
·
I 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 206
Toward FM 833
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn left onto North Interstate 45
307 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Interstate 45
20
Turn left onto FM 833
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
FM 833
21
At end of road, turn right onto TX 75; FM 833
52 ft
·
1 sec
·
North State Highway 75
22
Turn left onto FM 833
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East FM 833
23
Turn right onto County Road 161
10 ft
·
0 sec
·
County Road 161
24
Arrive at destination
County Road 161
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 32 minutes, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. You can leave in the morning and still have the entire day ahead of you, or opt for a late afternoon departure. Since there are no built-in stops, it's wise to plan your fuel and rest breaks before you set out. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 35.8-mile stretch on State Highway 31, to ensure you don't need to search for services unexpectedly.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 40.2 miles from Beverly, TX, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 18 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.2 miles or 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rhode Island, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Beverly, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Beverly, TX
This is one driving day of about 80.5 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Beverly, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 31 for about 35.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.2 miles from Beverly, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 77.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 35; US 77 / South Jack Kultgen Expressway
Merge onto I 35; US 77 / South Jack Kultgen Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
4.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward US 84: Waco Drive, Bellmead Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 338
Toward US 84: Waco Drive, Bellmead Drive
5
51.8 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
TX 31 / Corsicana Bypass
Turn right onto TX 31 / Corsicana Bypass
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
58 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
I 45
Merge onto I 45
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
77.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward FM 833
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 206
Toward FM 833
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.16 one way
$24.33 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $13.31 | $26.63 |
| premium | $4.54 | $14.37 | $28.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.77 | $35.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.45 | $3.86 |
| Efficient EV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.04 | $3.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.2 | 0 | $11.27 | $5.15 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Rhode Island, TX
Morning in Rhode Island on Tuesday
Local time
10:05 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
65°F
Hubbard, TX
40 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
14 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 32m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that is predominantly highway-based, with 81% of the route on faster roads. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on State Highway 31, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 35.8 miles. The Corsicana Bypass also plays a role in this journey. This route offers a consistent driving experience, prioritizing efficiency over winding scenic byways. It's a drive characterized by its straightforward navigation and steady pace, allowing you to cover ground effectively.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.8 mi on State Highway 31.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 31 and I 45. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near I 35; US 77 / South Jack Kultgen Expressway.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 80.5 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (I 35; US 77 / South Jack Kultgen Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.8 miles (TX 31 / Corsicana Bypass): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
651 ft
325 ft
Total Climb
350 ft
Total Descent
443 ft
Highest Point
651 ft
~23 mi in
Elevation Range
326 ft
About the Cities
Arriving in Rhode Island, TX
Full guide →Rhode Island (RI) is the smallest state of the United States of America, tucked between Massachusetts and Connecticut in New England. Nonetheless, it has over 400 mi (640 km) of coastline, courtesy of Narragansett Bay and islands such as Aquidneck Island, home to Newport, the "City by the Sea". While Rhode Island contains the name "island" in its name, most of its area is not on an island.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 80.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 35.8 miles on State Highway 31. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (I 35; US 77 / South Jack Kultgen Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.8 miles (TX 31 / Corsicana Bypass): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Rhode Island, TX before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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