This 43.6-mile drive from Castroville, TX to Valdina Farms, TX is a straightforward one-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 10 minutes. You'll primarily navigate US Highway 90 West, Blanco Avenue, and 19th Street, with a highway share of 52%. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $7, making it an economical option. The drive offers a mixed terrain experience, fitting perfectly within the Great Plains region of Texas. Its short distance means you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US Highway 90 West
22.7 mi
26m
Blanco Avenue
15.2 mi
26m
19th Street
2.1 mi
3m
County Road 111
1.5 mi
5m
Private Road 3131
0.8 mi
2m
County Road 311
0.6 mi
2m
Angelo Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Paris Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US Highway 90 West
— 22.7 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Castroville, TX and Valdina Farms, TX.
1
Start on Paris Street
84 ft·9 sec·Paris Street
2
Turn left onto Angelo Street
0.1 mi·30 sec·Angelo Street
3
Turn right onto US 90
15 mi·17 min·US Highway 90 West
4
Continue on US 90
2.1 mi·3 min·19th Street
5
Continue on US 90
7.5 mi·8 min·US Highway 90 West
6
Turn right onto FM 1796
15 mi·26 min·Blanco Avenue
7
Turn right
0.3 mi·1 min
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·1 min
9
Turn left onto County Road 311
0.6 mi·2 min·County Road 311
10
Turn right onto County Road 111
1.5 mi·5 min·County Road 111
11
Turn right onto Private Road 3131
0.6 mi·2 min·Private Road 3131
12
Turn left onto Private Road 3131
0.2 mi·39 sec·Private Road 3131
13
Arrive at destination
Private Road 3131
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 21.8 miles from Castroville, 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 40.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Angelo Street
Turn left onto Angelo Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 90 / US Highway 90 West
Turn right onto US 90 / US Highway 90 West
Navigation decision point
4
24.9 mi into trip|~30m in|FM 1796 / Blanco Avenue
Turn right onto FM 1796 / Blanco Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
40.1 mi into trip|~57m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
40.4 mi into trip|~58m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.97 one way
$11.94 round trip
$3.48/gal25.4 MPG avg15 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.89
$6.67
$13.34
premium
$4.23
$7.25
$14.50
diesel
$4.80
$8.23
$16.47
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
13.1
0
$4.58
$2.09
Efficient EV
10.9
0
$3.82
$1.74
EV Truck/SUV
17.4
0
$6.10
$2.79
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Castroville, TX
Evening
in Castroville on Monday
Local time
7:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
91°F
Partly Sunny
SSE 10 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 4:16PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 2:38PM CDT until July 22 at 11:48AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Destination
Valdina Farms, TX
Evening
in Valdina Farms on Monday
Local time
7:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Mostly Sunny
SSE 10 to 15 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 4:16PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 2:38PM CDT until July 22 at 11:48AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
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
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 10m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with a substantial 52% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 22.7 miles along US Highway 90 West. This section likely offers a consistent pace, allowing you to cover ground efficiently. As you transition to Blanco Avenue and 19th Street, the character of the drive may shift, potentially involving more local traffic or varied speed limits. Overall, it's a drive that balances highway cruising with potentially more town-centric road segments.
52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.7 mi on US Highway 90 West.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Angelo Street.
Driving Effort5/10
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 43.6 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (Angelo Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 90 / US Highway 90 West): Navigation decision point; at 24.9 miles (FM 1796 / Blanco Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,168 ft762 ft
Total Climb
542 ft
Total Descent
136 ft
Highest Point
1,168 ft
~43.6 mi in
Elevation Range
406 ft
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Castroville is a city in the South Texas Plains. Castroville is known as the Little Alsace of Texas, because its founder brought in a large group of settlers from Alsace in the 1840s.
Top landmarks
•Landmark Inn State Historic Site — historic place in Castroville, Medina County, Texas
•Castroville Historic District — historic district in Castroville, Medina County, Texas
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 43.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.7 miles on US Highway 90 West. 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: near the start (Angelo Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 90 / US Highway 90 West): Navigation decision point; at 24.9 miles (FM 1796 / Blanco Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes — San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Valdina Farms, TX before heading back.
