Spanning 709.2 miles from the Texas Panhandle to the border, this trip connects Borger to Laredo across the vast Great Plains. Expect a significant time commitment of 12 hours and 32 minutes behind the wheel, making this a journey that is best approached as a two-day excursion rather than a single-day haul. You should budget approximately $108 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Navigating this route requires you to traverse various stretches of the Purple Heart Trail, the Marshall Formby Memorial Highway, and US Highway 84. While the scenery remains firmly within the Great Plains region, the sheer length of the trip demands careful pacing to ensure you arrive safely and without fatigue.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
3 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
354.6 miles from Borger, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 6h 24m into the drive
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Step-by-step road directions between Borger, TX and Laredo, TX.
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Start on this road
201 ft·14 sec·this road
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Turn sharp left onto TX 152
276 ft·12 sec·West 3rd Street
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Turn left onto TX 136; TX 207
22 mi·33 min·North Cedar Street
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Continue on TX 207; FM 293
0.3 mi·25 sec·TX 207; FM 293
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Continue on TX 207; FM 293
0.5 mi·46 sec·Elsie Avenue
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Turn right onto TX 207; FM 293
0.2 mi·19 sec·East Broadway Street
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Turn straight onto TX 207; FM 293
0.3 mi·29 sec·TX 207; FM 293
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Turn right onto US 60
16 mi·16 min·West US Highway 60
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Continue on I 40 Business; US Historic 66; US 60
6.0 mi·6 min·East Amarillo Boulevard
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Turn left
194 ft·5 sec
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Take the ramp
0.3 mi·37 sec
12
Merge onto Loop 335
1.8 mi·2 min·North Lakeside Drive
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Take the exit
246 ft·6 sec
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Turn slight right onto US 287 Hist
0.5 mi·56 sec·East Interstate Drive
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Take the ramp
0.2 mi·27 sec
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Merge onto I 40; US 287
4.3 mi·5 min·I 40; US 287
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Take the exit onto US 287
470 ft·8 sec·US 287
Exit 70Toward I 27 South, US 87, US 60, US 287 North: Canyon, Lubbock, Dumas, Pampa, Downtown
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Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 70Toward I 27 South, US 87 South, US 60 West: Canyon, LubbockUse the slight left lane.
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Merge onto I 27; US 60; US 87
13 mi·14 min·Canyon Expressway
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Keep slight left at fork onto I 27
104 mi·1 hr 43 min·Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Exit 536BToward Loop 289
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Turn straight onto North Interstate 27
0.5 mi·1 min·North Interstate 27
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Turn left onto North Loop 289
0.2 mi·24 sec·North Loop 289
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Take the ramp
0.2 mi·21 sec
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Merge onto Loop 289
7.5 mi·8 min·Loop 289
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Take the exit
421 ft·10 sec
Toward Spur 331: Southeast Drive
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Keep slight right at fork
233 ft·5 sec
Toward Spur 331: Southeast Drive
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Turn straight onto Southeast Loop 289
0.1 mi·16 sec·Southeast Loop 289
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Turn right onto Spur 331
1.9 mi·2 min·Southeast Drive
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Merge onto US 84
0.2 mi·13 sec·Slaton Road
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Continue on US 84
6.9 mi·6 min·East Highway 84
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Continue on US 84
4.5 mi·4 min·Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
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Continue on US 84
20 mi·20 min·East Highway 84
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Continue on US 84
1.0 mi·1 min·North US Highway 84
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Turn left onto Spur 575
0.1 mi·16 sec·East 15th Street
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Turn right onto TX 207
0.4 mi·37 sec·Ralls Road
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Turn straight onto TX 207
1.1 mi·2 min·North Avenue F
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At end of road, turn left onto US 84
74 mi·1 hr 14 min·US Highway 84
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Keep slight left at fork onto US 84
6.5 mi·6 min·US 84
Toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
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Take the exit
0.1 mi·18 sec
Exit 244Toward SH 70 South, SH 70 Business: Sweetwater, San Angelo
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Turn slight left onto Southwest Georgia Avenue
0.1 mi·16 sec·Southwest Georgia Avenue
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Turn right onto TX 70
0.7 mi·1 min·Lamar Street
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Continue on TX 70
10 mi·10 min·State Highway 70
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Turn left onto TX 153
29 mi·33 min·State Highway 153
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Turn right onto FM 2111
12 mi·13 min·FM 2111
46
Turn left onto TX 158
6.3 mi·7 min·TX 158
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At end of road, turn right onto US 67; US 83
387 ft·18 sec·Hutchings Avenue
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Turn left onto US 83
17 mi·18 min·South 7th Street
Use the left lane.
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Continue on US 83
42 mi·44 min·Grassmeyer Street
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Continue on US 83
29 mi·31 min·Ellis Street
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Take the exit onto US 83
40 mi·38 min·US 83
Toward I 10 East: San AntonioUse the left lane.
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Continue on I 10
54 mi·54 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
5.4 mi·5 min·I 10; US 87
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 556BToward Frontage RoadUse the slight right lane.
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Turn straight onto Interstate 10 West
0.4 mi·41 sec·Interstate 10 West
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Turn right onto North Loop 1604 West
0.6 mi·1 min·North Loop 1604 West
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Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward Loop 1604 West
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Merge onto Loop 1604
24 mi·29 min·Anderson Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Turn right onto Interstate 35 South
0.2 mi·20 sec·Interstate 35 South
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Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward I 35 South
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Merge onto I 35
140 mi·2 hr 21 min·Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Turn right onto Houston Street
0.3 mi·42 sec·Houston Street
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Turn left onto I 35 Bus
272 ft·12 sec·Salinas Avenue
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Turn left onto Matamoros Street
306 ft·5 sec·Matamoros Street
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Arrive at destination
Matamoros Street
Trip Plan
To manage the 12-hour-and-32-minute duration effectively, plan for at least three dedicated stops to stretch your legs and refresh your focus. Leaving early in the morning is essential to avoid navigating unfamiliar secondary roads after dark, especially given the length of the longest 139.7-mile stretch. Since this trip is ideally split over two days, identify a midpoint to rest so you aren't rushing the final leg into Laredo. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge throughout the journey, as the $108 estimate can fluctuate based on your specific vehicle and driving habits. Always prioritize consistent breaks, even if you feel like pushing through, to maintain your energy for the full distance.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 354.6 miles from Borger, TX, or about 6h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 139.7 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 156 miles or 2h 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 354.6 miles or 6h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 354.6 miles or 6h 24m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 11h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Laredo, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Borger, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Borger, TX
Aim for roughly 355 miles and 6.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Laredo, TX
Aim for roughly 355 miles and 6.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 156 miles from Borger, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 3 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Purple Heart Trail for about 139.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 43
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 542.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|TX 152 / West 3rd Street
Turn sharp left onto TX 152 / West 3rd Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
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52.7 mi into trip|~1h 7m in|US 287
Take the exit onto US 287 toward I 27 South, US 87, US 60, US 287 North: Canyon, Lubbock, Dumas, Pampa, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 70
Toward I 27 South, US 87, US 60, US 287 North:...
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52.8 mi into trip|~1h 8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 27 South, US 87 South, US 60 West: Canyon, Lubbock
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 70
Toward I 27 South, US 87 South, US 60 West: Can...
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442.9 mi into trip|~7h 58m in|US 83
Take the exit onto US 83 toward I 10 East: San Antonio
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 10 East: San Antonio
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542.5 mi into trip|~9h 37m in
Take the exit toward Frontage Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 556B
Toward Frontage Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$107.16 one way
$214.32 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg248 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$117.30
$234.59
premium
$4.54
$126.62
$253.25
diesel
$5.61
$156.58
$313.16
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$107
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$237–$347
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 248.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $74 in charging
· 2 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
212.8
2
$74.47
$34.04
Efficient EV
177.3
2
$62.06
$28.37
EV Truck/SUV
283.7
3
$99.29
$45.39
Gas CO2
248 kg
EV CO2
83 kg (67% less)
Plan for 2 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Borger, TX
Night
in Borger on Saturday
Local time
11:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Laredo, TX
Night
in Laredo on Saturday
Local time
11:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
97°F
Mostly Sunny
SE 12 to 16 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 17 at 7:31AM CDT until April 17 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 17 at 7:25AM CDT until April 18 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
12 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
12h 32m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Lake Meredith National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Set within the wide‑open Texas Plains, Lake Meredith National Recreation Area offers a peaceful retreat in the heart of rugged grasslands. Over thousands of years, the Canadian River carved dramatic 2...
Welcome to San Antonio Missions, a National Park Service site and the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Texas. Each mission in the park is a center of community and has been since the early 1700s. Th...
16 mi from route
~41 min detour
Free
near mile 562.4
13,000 years ago, Alibates Flint was used by mammoth hunters as a source of flint for tools. Learn how important this site was to the survival, commerce, and culture of the people of the High Plains.
Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park tells the story of our 36th president beginning with his ancestors until his final resting place on his beloved LBJ Ranch. This entire "circle of life" gives...
27 mi from route
~67 min detour
Free
near mile 513.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a varied driving experience where only 43% of the journey takes place on highways, requiring you to remain alert as you transition between different road types. The route features a notable longest uninterrupted stretch of 139.7 miles along the Purple Heart Trail, which will test your endurance during long periods of consistent driving. Because the road mix includes both major thoroughfares and secondary routes, you will encounter shifting traffic patterns throughout the 709.2-mile trek. This isn't a monotonous interstate sprint, so be prepared for a drive that changes its rhythm as you move from the northern plains toward the southern reaches of the state.
43% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
65 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 139.7 mi on Purple Heart Trail.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
At 12h 32m, this is a long-haul route where pacing matters more than any single turn. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near TX 152 / West 3rd Street.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 43 significant decision points across 709.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (TX 152 / West 3rd Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 52.7 miles (US 287): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Borger, TX and Laredo, TX, road signs point toward Lubbock, Dumas, Pampa, Downtown, Loop 289 and Sh 70 South - among others.
Long-haul drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 139.7 miles on Purple Heart Trail. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 355 miles on day one.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Laredo, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 3 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (TX 152 / West 3rd Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 52.7 miles (US 287): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Lake Meredith National Recreation Area, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 12.5 hours each way, a round trip means 25.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Laredo, TX before the return drive.
