Laredo, TX to Crane, TX is 392.9 miles and takes about 7h 14m via I 10 and US Highway 83 North, with a fuel budget near $52 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, mostly highway trip across the vast expanse of Texas, connecting the southern edge of the Great Plains to its western reaches. You'll be spending the majority of your time on major roadways, making it a practical choice for a single-day transit. Plan for a consistent driving experience as you move north through the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
196.5 miles from Laredo, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 38m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
92.1 mi
1h 26m
US Highway 83 North
62.2 mi
1h 4m
North US Highway 83
46.8 mi
53m
East Antonio Street
36.6 mi
41m
North Texas Highway 55
32.7 mi
37m
South Texas Highway 55
25.4 mi
28m
US 277
21.6 mi
24m
US 385
20 mi
22m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 92.1 mi, about 1h 26m
Traffic on I-35
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 6 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~1,103 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,375
Quietest
2 AM
~159 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 37 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laredo, TX and Crane, TX.
1
Start on Matamoros Street
0.3 mi·46 sec·Matamoros Street
2
Turn left onto San Dario Avenue
0.1 mi·11 sec·San Dario Avenue
3
Continue on I 35; I 27; US 83
18 mi·19 min·Purple Heart Trail
4
Take the exit onto US 83
0.3 mi·34 sec·US 83
Exit 18Toward US 83 North: Carrizo Springs, Uvalde
5
Turn left onto US 83
484 ft·7 sec·US Highway 83 North
6
At end of road, turn right onto US 83
62 mi·1 hr 4 min·US Highway 83 North
7
Continue on US 83
1.7 mi·1 min·South 1st Street
8
Continue on US 83
47 mi·53 min·North US Highway 83
9
Continue on US 83
1.2 mi·1 min·Crystal City Highway
10
At end of road, turn left onto US 83
1.9 mi·2 min·South Getty Street
11
Continue on US 83
0.6 mi·48 sec·Milam Street
12
Turn left onto TX 55
37 mi·41 min·East Antonio Street
13
Continue on TX 55
1.0 mi·2 min·South Nueces Street
14
Continue on TX 55
3.6 mi·4 min·North State Highway 55
15
Continue on TX 55
25 mi·28 min·South Texas Highway 55
16
Turn left onto US 377; TX 55
0.5 mi·33 sec·East Main Street
17
Continue on TX 55
33 mi·37 min·North Texas Highway 55
18
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 55
0.1 mi·9 sec·TX 55
19
Merge onto US 277
22 mi·24 min·US 277
20
Turn left onto US 277; Loop 467
1.4 mi·2 min·South Crockett Avenue
21
Continue on Loop 467
0.2 mi·22 sec·North Crockett Avenue
22
Turn left onto North Service Road
291 ft·6 sec·North Service Road
23
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward I 10 West: Fort Stockton
24
Merge onto I 10
92 mi·1 hr 26 min·I 10
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Exit 307Toward US 190, FM 305: Iraan, McCamey
26
Continue on I 10 Service Road
0.1 mi·18 sec·I 10 Service Road
27
Turn right onto US 190
4.0 mi·5 min·US 190
28
Turn left onto FM 305
18 mi·26 min·Farm to Market Road 305
29
Continue on FM 305
2.3 mi·3 min·South Burleson Avenue
30
Continue on US 385
20 mi·22 min·US 385
31
Arrive at destination
US 385
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over 7 hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Aim to depart from Laredo in the morning to take advantage of daylight and allow ample time for your two planned stops. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 92.1-mile stretch on I 10, as services might be spaced out in some sections. A fuel cost estimate of $52 suggests planning your fill-ups accordingly. Consider a quick stop around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel if needed.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 196.5 miles from Laredo, TX, or about 3h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 92.1 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 86 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 196.5 miles or 3h 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Crane, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Laredo, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Laredo, TX
This is one driving day of about 392.9 miles and 7h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 86 miles from Laredo, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 92.1 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 348.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|San Dario Avenue
Turn left onto San Dario Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
18.1 mi into trip|~19m in|US 83
Take the exit onto US 83 toward US 83 North: Carrizo Springs, Uvalde
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 18
Toward US 83 North: Carrizo Springs, Uvalde
4
18.6 mi into trip|~20m in|US 83 / US Highway 83 North
At end of road, turn right onto US 83 / US Highway 83 North
Navigation decision point
4
130.3 mi into trip|~2h 22m in|US 83 / South Getty Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 83 / South Getty Street
Navigation decision point
6
348.2 mi into trip|~6h 14m in
Take the exit toward US 190, FM 305: Iraan, McCamey
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 307
Toward US 190, FM 305: Iraan, McCamey
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.81 one way
$107.63 round trip
$3.48/gal25.4 MPG avg138 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.89
$60.11
$120.22
premium
$4.23
$65.35
$130.71
diesel
$4.80
$74.19
$148.37
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$54
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$79–$104
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 137.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
117.9
1
$41.25
$18.86
Efficient EV
98.2
1
$34.38
$15.72
EV Truck/SUV
157.2
1
$55.01
$25.15
Gas CO2
137 kg
EV CO2
46 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 16, 2026
Origin
Laredo, TX
Afternoon
in Laredo on Sunday
Local time
12:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
SE 14 mph22% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 16 at 3:31AM CDT until July 17 at 7:30AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 3:29AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
Destination
Crane, TX
Afternoon
in Crane on Sunday
Local time
12:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
SE 10 mph39% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 16 at 3:31AM CDT until July 17 at 7:30AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 3:29AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi 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.
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
10 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
7h 14m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway driving, with 79% of the 392.9 miles on major roads like I 10 and US Highway 83 North. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 92.1 miles on I 10, offering extended periods of steady cruising. The highway portion will transition to surface roads for the remaining distance, so be prepared for changes in speed limits and potential intersections as you get closer to your destination. Expect a generally rural feel with fewer dense exit sequences compared to urban corridors.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 92.1 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and US Highway 83 North. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near San Dario Avenue.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 14m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 16 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (San Dario Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 18.1 miles (US 83): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.6 miles (US 83 / US Highway 83 North): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,577 ft413 ft
Total Climb
2,887 ft
Total Descent
723 ft
Highest Point
2,577 ft
~392.9 mi in
Elevation Range
2,164 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Laredo, TX and Crane, TX, road signs point toward Fm 305: Iraan and Mccamey.
The longest stretch is about 92.1 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 13 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Crane, 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 2 meaningful breaks. There are 13 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (San Dario Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 18.1 miles (US 83): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.6 miles (US 83 / US Highway 83 North): Navigation decision point.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.2 hours each way, a round trip means 14.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Crane, TX before the return drive.
