Laredo, TX to Taylor Lake Village, TX is 336.6 miles and takes about 6h 38m via US 59/Lloyd Bentsen Highway/US Highway 59 East, with a fuel budget near $49 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Great Plains region of Texas, offering a straightforward path for a single-day trip. You'll primarily be on highways, making it a relatively quick transit. Given the single day recommendation, it's a good option if you're looking to cover ground efficiently without needing an overnight stay.
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
168.3 miles from Laredo, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 16m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 59
159.7 mi
3h 2m
Lloyd Bentsen Highway
57.6 mi
1h 1m
US Highway 59 East
47.7 mi
53m
South Sam Houston Tollway West
21 mi
24m
Southwest Freeway
20.1 mi
22m
Red Bluff Road
5.8 mi
8m
Clark Boulevard
3 mi
5m
South Sam Houston Parkway East
2.5 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
US 59
— 159.7 mi, about 3h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laredo, TX and Taylor Lake Village, 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 San Dario Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·San Dario Avenue
4
Turn right onto Park Street
0.3 mi·34 sec·Park Street
5
Continue on Clark Boulevard
3.0 mi·5 min·Clark Boulevard
6
Turn left onto Bob Bullock Loop
0.8 mi·1 min·Bob Bullock Loop
7
Take the ramp
231 ft·6 sec
8
Merge onto US 59
1.1 mi·1 min·East Saunders Street
9
Continue on US 59
58 mi·1 hr 1 min·Lloyd Bentsen Highway
10
Turn left onto US 59
67 mi·1 hr 18 min·US 59
11
Continue on US 59
1.6 mi·3 min·West Houston Street
12
Continue on US 59
48 mi·53 min·US Highway 59 East
13
Take the exit onto Northwest Zac Lentz Parkway
0.5 mi·1 min·Northwest Zac Lentz Parkway
14
Merge onto US 59; US 77
93 mi·1 hr 43 min·US 59; US 77
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
16
Continue on 59 Northbound Frontage Road
1.6 mi·2 min·59 Northbound Frontage Road
17
Continue on this road
0.4 mi·58 sec·this road
18
Continue on US 59 Northbound Frontage Road
2.0 mi·4 min·US 59 Northbound Frontage Road
19
Continue on Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
1.3 mi·2 min·Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
20
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward I 69 North, US 59 North
21
Merge onto I 69; US 59
20 mi·22 min·Southwest Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi·17 sec
Exit 115Toward Sam Houston TollwayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·52 sec
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
24
Merge onto BW 8
0.1 mi·10 sec·South Sam Houston Parkway West
25
Continue on SHT
21 mi·24 min·South Sam Houston Tollway West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Continue on BW 8
2.5 mi·2 min·South Sam Houston Parkway East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Continue on SHT
2.5 mi·2 min·East Sam Houston Tollway South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward Fairmont Parkway, Vista RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Turn straight onto BW 8
0.2 mi·24 sec·East Sam Houston Parkway South
30
Turn right onto Fairmont Parkway
2.0 mi·3 min·Fairmont Parkway
31
Turn right onto Red Bluff Road
5.8 mi·8 min·Red Bluff Road
Use the right lane.
32
Turn right onto Kirby Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Kirby Road
33
Turn left onto Old Kirby Road
0.3 mi·53 sec·Old Kirby Road
Use the left lane.
34
Turn sharp right onto Timber Cove Drive
0.7 mi·2 min·Timber Cove Drive
35
Turn left onto Harborcrest Drive
0.1 mi·35 sec·Harborcrest Drive
36
Arrive at destination
Harborcrest Drive
Trip Plan
For this 6-hour, 38-minute drive, leaving in the morning is your best bet to ensure you arrive with daylight. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $49, you can plan your stops strategically. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is nearly 160 miles on US 59, so consider refueling before that point if you prefer shorter gaps between fill-ups. Since this is a one-day trip, you have flexibility; however, keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is always wise, especially when transitioning from highway to potentially less serviced surface roads.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 168.3 miles from Laredo, TX, or about 3h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 159.7 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 74 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 168.3 miles or 3h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Taylor Lake 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 336.6 miles and 6h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 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 US 59 for about 159.7 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 335.4 — 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
7
299.5 mi into trip|~5h 48m in
Take the exit toward Sam Houston Tollway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 115
Toward Sam Houston Tollway
6
299.7 mi into trip|~5h 48m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
326.4 mi into trip|~6h 19m in
Take the exit toward Fairmont Parkway, Vista Road
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.
Toward Fairmont Parkway, Vista Road
6
335.4 mi into trip|~6h 33m in|Old Kirby Road
Turn left onto Old Kirby Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.53 one way
$101.06 round trip
$3.81/gal25.4 MPG avg118 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$55.91
$111.82
premium
$4.57
$60.50
$120.99
diesel
$6.28
$83.17
$166.34
Estimated Tolls: $1.88
Sam Houston Tollway
(23.5 mi)$1.88
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 117.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
101
1
$35.34
$16.16
Efficient EV
84.2
0
$29.45
$13.46
EV Truck/SUV
134.6
1
$47.12
$21.54
Gas CO2
118 kg
EV CO2
39 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 19, 2026
Origin
Laredo, TX
Late night
in Laredo on Thursday
Local time
4:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
0 mph18% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Taylor Lake Village, TX
Late night
in Taylor Lake Village on Thursday
Local time
4:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Partly Cloudy
N 5 mph2% 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
6h 38m 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?
About 70% of this 336.6-mile drive is on highways. You'll encounter your longest continuous stretch of highway driving on US 59 for 159.7 miles. The route transitions from highway to surface roads, so expect a change in the driving environment as you approach your destination. The highway portion means you'll likely see a consistent flow of traffic and numerous exits.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 159.7 mi on US 59.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 59 and Lloyd Bentsen Highway. 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 Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 336.6 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 299.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 299.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
626 ft7 ft
Total Climb
402 ft
Total Descent
808 ft
Highest Point
626 ft
~72.1 mi in
Elevation Range
619 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 Laredo, TX to Taylor Lake Village, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Sam Houston Tollway along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 38m. Total distance: 336.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 38m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 159.7 miles on US 59. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.88 in tolls one way, starting with Sam Houston Tollway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Taylor Lake Village, 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 1 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 299.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 299.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.6 hours each way, a round trip means 13.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Taylor Lake Village, TX before the return drive.
