Laredo, TX to Stanton, TX is 424.2 miles and takes about 7h 52m via US 277 and US Highway 87 North, with a fuel budget near $62 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within Texas, traversing the Great Plains region on both ends. Expect a straightforward trip mostly on major highways, making it a solid choice for a single-day transit. It’s a practical route for moving between these two points without unnecessary detours.
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
212.1 miles from Laredo, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 56m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 277
82.6 mi
1h 33m
US Highway 87 North
67.5 mi
1h 8m
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
Purple Heart Trail
17.7 mi
19m
Longest stretch:
US 277
— 82.6 mi, about 1h 33m
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 Stanton, TX.
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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
0.7 mi·1 min·South Crockett Avenue
21
Take the exit onto US 277
60 mi·1 hr 6 min·US 277
22
Take the exit onto US 277
0.1 mi·19 sec·US 277
23
Keep slight left at fork onto US 277
0.6 mi·1 min·US 277
24
Keep slight right at fork onto US 277
0.3 mi·39 sec·US 277
25
Merge onto US 87; US 277
2.8 mi·4 min·South Bryant Boulevard
26
Continue on US 87; US 277
1.4 mi·2 min·South Koenigheim Street
27
Continue on US 87; US 277; US 67 Bus
4.3 mi·6 min·North Bryant Boulevard
28
Continue on US 87
23 mi·23 min·US Highway 87 North
29
Continue on US 87
16 mi·16 min·US 87
30
Turn straight onto US 87; TX 158; TX 163
44 mi·44 min·US Highway 87 North
31
Take the exit
0.4 mi·54 sec
32
Turn left onto West Interstate 20
0.4 mi·55 sec·West Interstate 20
33
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·15 sec
Toward I 20 West: Midland
34
Merge onto I 20
13 mi·13 min·I 20
35
Take the exit
445 ft·10 sec
Exit 158Toward I 20 Business West: Stanton
36
Continue on I 20 Bus
0.1 mi·11 sec·North I-20 Service Road
37
Continue on I 20 Bus
1.3 mi·1 min·East Business I-20
38
Continue on I 20 Bus
0.7 mi·1 min·East Front Street
39
Turn left onto South Saint Mary Street
85 ft·3 sec·South Saint Mary Street
40
Arrive at destination
South Saint Mary Street
Trip Plan
For this 7h 52m drive, leaving early in the morning from Laredo is recommended to maximize daylight and ensure you arrive in Stanton with plenty of time. With just 2 planned stops and 83% of the route on highways, you can cover significant ground between breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the 82.6-mile stretch on US 277, as services might be less frequent in that section. The $62 fuel estimate is a good baseline for budgeting.
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 212.1 miles from Laredo, TX, or about 3h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.6 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 93 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 212.1 miles or 3h 56m 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 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stanton, 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 424.2 miles and 7h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 93 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 US 277 for about 82.6 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 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 422 — 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
5
422 mi into trip|~7h 48m in
Take the exit toward I 20 Business West: Stanton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 158
Toward I 20 Business West: Stanton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$58.10 one way
$116.20 round trip
$3.48/gal25.4 MPG avg148 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.89
$64.90
$129.80
premium
$4.23
$70.56
$141.12
diesel
$4.80
$80.10
$160.19
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$58
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 148.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $45 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
127.3
1
$44.54
$20.36
Efficient EV
106.1
1
$37.12
$16.97
EV Truck/SUV
169.7
2
$59.39
$27.15
Gas CO2
148 kg
EV CO2
50 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 17, 2026
Origin
Laredo, TX
Afternoon
in Laredo on Sunday
Local time
12:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Mostly Cloudy
SE 15 mph14% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 16 at 8:42PM CDT until July 17 at 6:38AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 16 at 8:37PM CDT until July 18 at 3:00PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Destination
Stanton, TX
Afternoon
in Stanton on Sunday
Local time
12:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SE 10 mph57% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 16 at 8:42PM CDT until July 17 at 6:38AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 16 at 8:37PM CDT until July 18 at 3:00PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio 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
12 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 52m 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 drive is predominantly highway cruising, with 83% of the 424.2 miles on major roads. You'll encounter the longest continuous stretch of 82.6 miles on US 277, offering a good opportunity for steady driving. The transition from highway to more local roads will occur as you approach your destination, likely noticeable through denser intersections or slower speeds.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
40 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 82.6 mi on US 277.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 277 and US Highway 87 North. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near San Dario Avenue.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 424.2 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: 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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 52m. Total distance: 424.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 52m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 82.6 miles on US 277. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 11 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 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 Stanton, 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 11 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 7.9 hours each way, a round trip means 15.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Stanton, TX before the return drive.
