Connecting Kingsville to Laredo, this 125.3-mile journey takes approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes to complete. You will primarily navigate via US 59 and TX 44, making this a straightforward, highway-focused drive across the Great Plains of Texas. Because the total travel time is relatively short, you can comfortably finish this trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $19 on fuel for the trek. Whether you are traveling for business or moving between regions, this route offers a practical and efficient link between the two cities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
62.6 miles from Kingsville, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 59
58.4 mi
1h 2m
TX 44
31.9 mi
35m
East King Avenue
15.2 mi
19m
US 281
13.4 mi
15m
Clark Boulevard
3 mi
5m
Bob Bullock Loop
0.8 mi
1m
Santa Ursula Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
Park Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 59
— 58.4 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kingsville, TX and Laredo, TX.
1
Start on US 77 Business
54 ft·5 sec·South 14th Street
2
Turn right onto TX 141
15 mi·19 min·East King Avenue
3
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
4
Merge onto US 281
13 mi·15 min·US 281
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward TX 44, TX 359: Alice, San Diego
6
Turn straight onto US Highway 281 Frontage Road
0.1 mi·27 sec·US Highway 281 Frontage Road
7
Turn left onto TX 44; TX 359
32 mi·35 min·TX 44; TX 359
8
Continue on US 59; TX 44
58 mi·1 hr 2 min·US 59; TX 44
9
Turn left onto Bob Bullock Loop
0.8 mi·1 min·Bob Bullock Loop
10
Turn right onto Spur 400
3.0 mi·5 min·Clark Boulevard
11
Continue on Park Street
0.4 mi·49 sec·Park Street
12
Turn left onto Santa Ursula Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·Santa Ursula Avenue
13
Turn right onto Houston Street
0.3 mi·42 sec·Houston Street
14
Turn left onto I 35 Bus
272 ft·12 sec·Salinas Avenue
15
Turn left onto Matamoros Street
306 ft·5 sec·Matamoros Street
16
Arrive at destination
Matamoros Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable 2.5-hour trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience without worrying about extensive mid-route planning. With no mandatory stops built into the itinerary, you can easily complete the drive in one go, though checking your fuel levels before leaving Kingsville is wise given the $19 estimated cost. Keep an eye on your speedometer as you transition between the highway segments and local roads. Because the longest stretch covers nearly 60 miles, ensure you have your favorite podcast or playlist ready to keep you alert during the open road segments. This route is all about efficiency, so take advantage of the simple, direct path to reach Laredo on your own schedule.
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 62.6 miles from Kingsville, TX, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.4 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 28 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.6 miles or 1h 13m 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 57m
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 Kingsville, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Kingsville, TX
This is one driving day of about 125.3 miles and 2h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Kingsville, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 59 for about 58.4 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 125.2 — 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|TX 141 / East King Avenue
Turn right onto TX 141 / East King Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
15.2 mi into trip|~19m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
29.3 mi into trip|~35m in
Take the exit toward TX 44, TX 359: Alice, San Diego
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward TX 44, TX 359: Alice, San Diego
5
125.1 mi into trip|~2h 25m in|I 35 Bus / Salinas Avenue
Turn left onto I 35 Bus / Salinas Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
125.2 mi into trip|~2h 25m in|Matamoros Street
Turn left onto Matamoros Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.93 one way
$37.87 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg44 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$20.72
$41.45
premium
$4.54
$22.37
$44.74
diesel
$5.61
$27.66
$55.33
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37.6
0
$13.16
$6.01
Efficient EV
31.3
0
$10.96
$5.01
EV Truck/SUV
50.1
0
$17.54
$8.02
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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 Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Kingsville, TX
Late night
in Kingsville on Sunday
Local time
2:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Laredo, TX
Late night
in Laredo on Sunday
Local time
2:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
96°F
Partly Sunny
SSE 15 mph1% chanceLive forecast
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
30 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
2h 25m 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 focused driving experience where 83% of your time will be spent on highways. The route transitions smoothly, though you should be prepared for a significant 58.4-mile uninterrupted stretch along US 59. While the path remains highway-centric, you will begin your journey on East King Avenue before merging onto the primary transit corridors. The road maintains a consistent pace, allowing you to settle into a steady rhythm behind the wheel. It is a functional, no-frills drive that prioritizes direct travel over technical maneuvers or complex navigation.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 58.4 mi on US 59.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 59 and TX 44. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near TX 141 / East King Avenue.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Kingsville, TX to Laredo, TX is easy. At 2h 25m with 83% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (TX 141 / East King Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 15.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 29.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
574 ft114 ft
Total Climb
460 ft
Total Descent
161 ft
Highest Point
574 ft
~71.6 mi in
Elevation Range
460 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Kingsville, TX to Laredo, TX, road signs begin pointing toward San Diego along the way.
The longest stretch is about 58.4 miles on US 59. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (TX 141 / East King Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 15.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 29.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Laredo, TX before heading back.
