Laredo, TX to Hunters Creek Village, TX is 342.4 miles and takes about 5h 57m via I 10, Purple Heart Trail, and 90th Infantry Division Highway, with a fuel budget near $49 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip crosses through the Great Plains region of Texas, offering a relatively straightforward drive. With a recommended single day for completion, you can expect a mix of highway cruising and surface street travel. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to cover ground within the state, prioritizing direct travel over extensive sightseeing.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
171.2 miles from Laredo, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 58m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
156.2 mi
2h 40m
Purple Heart Trail
144.4 mi
2h 27m
90th Infantry Division Highway
22.2 mi
23m
South Pan Am Expressway
8.4 mi
9m
Jose Lopez Freeway
8 mi
9m
Beinhorn Road
0.6 mi
1m
Kuhlman Road
0.3 mi
<1m
Memorial Drive
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 156.2 mi, about 2h 40m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 52 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,525 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,254
Quietest
2 AM
~318 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 102 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 Hunters Creek Village, TX.
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Start on Matamoros Street
0.3 mi·46 sec·Matamoros Street
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Turn left onto San Dario Avenue
0.1 mi·11 sec·San Dario Avenue
3
Continue on I 35; I 27; US 83
144 mi·2 hr 27 min·Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Continue on I 35
8.4 mi·9 min·South Pan Am Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi·15 sec
Exit 153Toward I 10 East, US 90 West, US 90 East, US 87 South: Houston, Del RioUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·52 sec
Toward I 10 East, US 90 East, US 87 South: HoustonUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 10; US 87; US 90
8.0 mi·9 min·Jose Lopez Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 10; US 90
22 mi·23 min·90th Infantry Division Highway
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on I 10; TX 130
156 mi·2 hr 40 min·I 10; TX 130
Toward I 10 East: Houston, Austin, WacoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Exit 760Toward Bingle Road, Voss RoadUse the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto Katy Freeway Frontage Road
0.3 mi·27 sec·Katy Freeway Frontage Road
12
Turn right onto Old Voss Road
0.2 mi·31 sec·Old Voss Road
13
Turn straight onto Voss Road
0.2 mi·34 sec·Voss Road
14
Turn left onto Beinhorn Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Beinhorn Road
Use the left lane.
15
At end of road, turn right onto Kuhlman Road
0.3 mi·50 sec·Kuhlman Road
16
Turn right onto Memorial Drive
0.3 mi·44 sec·Memorial Drive
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Arrive at destination
Memorial Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 57m estimated drive time, you can comfortably complete this trip in a single day. Aim to leave Laredo in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unexpected delays. With only one recommended stop, plan your break strategically, perhaps around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition off the main highways, and remember the estimated fuel cost is around $49. The mix of highway and surface roads means you'll need to stay alert for changing speed limits and traffic conditions.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 171.2 miles from Laredo, TX, or about 2h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 156.2 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 75 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 171.2 miles or 2h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hunters Creek Village, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Laredo, TX
This is one driving day of about 342.4 miles and 5h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 75 miles from Laredo, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 156.2 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 340.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|San Dario Avenue
Turn left onto San Dario Avenue
Navigation decision point
8
153.2 mi into trip|~2h 38m in
Take the exit toward I 10 East, US 90 West, US 90 East, US 87 South: Houston, Del Rio
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 153
Toward I 10 East, US 90 West, US 90 East, US 87...
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153.3 mi into trip|~2h 38m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 10 East, US 90 East, US 87 South: Houston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 10 East, US 90 East, US 87 South: Hous...
5
153.7 mi into trip|~2h 39m in|I 10; US 87; US 90 / Jose Lopez Freeway
Merge onto I 10; US 87; US 90 / Jose Lopez Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
340.1 mi into trip|~5h 52m in
Take the exit toward Bingle Road, Voss Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 760
Toward Bingle Road, Voss Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$51.40 one way
$102.80 round trip
$3.81/gal25.4 MPG avg120 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$56.87
$113.75
premium
$4.57
$61.54
$123.08
diesel
$6.28
$84.60
$169.20
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 119.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
102.7
1
$35.95
$16.44
Efficient EV
85.6
0
$29.96
$13.70
EV Truck/SUV
137
1
$47.94
$21.91
Gas CO2
120 kg
EV CO2
40 kg (67% 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 Oct 21, 2026
Origin
Laredo, TX
Late night
in Laredo on Saturday
Local time
4:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Sunny
NE 7 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Hunters Creek Village, TX
Late night
in Hunters Creek Village on Saturday
Local time
4:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Sunny
NE 5 mph0% 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
5 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
5h 57m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
7 mi from route
~18 min detour
Free
near mile 153.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This 342.4-mile drive has about a 50% highway share, meaning you'll spend roughly half your time on major interstates like I 10. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 156.2 miles on I 10. You'll transition from faster highway speeds to more localized surface roads, indicated by a 50% highway share. Expect to notice a change in traffic patterns and speed limits as you move between these two driving environments.
50% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 156.2 mi on I 10.
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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near San Dario Avenue.
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 342.4 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.3 miles (San Dario Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 153.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 153.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
632 ft66 ft
Total Climb
363 ft
Total Descent
710 ft
Highest Point
632 ft
~122.3 mi in
Elevation Range
566 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 Hunters Creek Village, TX, road signs point toward Del Rio, Austin and Waco.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 57m. Total distance: 342.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (50%). 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 156.2 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza 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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 1 rest area along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (San Dario Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 153.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 153.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.0 hours each way, a round trip means 11.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Hunters Creek Village, TX before the return drive.
