Navasota to Laredo is 327.4 miles and takes about 6h 5m via Purple Heart Trail and I 10, with a fuel budget near $48 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you from the Great Plains region of Texas to another part of the same region, covering a significant distance within the state. With a recommended one-day drive, it's a straightforward path that primarily utilizes major highways. Consider this route if you need an efficient way to travel between these two Texas points without extensive 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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
163.7 miles from Navasota, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 16m into the drive
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Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 48 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~1,436 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,709
Quietest
2 AM
~234 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6.1×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 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 Navasota, TX and Laredo, TX.
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Start on TX 6 Bus
240 ft·7 sec·South La Salle Street
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Turn left onto TX 105
1.9 mi·2 min·East Washington Avenue
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Continue on TX 105
22 mi·28 min·State Highway 105
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on TX 105
0.6 mi·1 min·TX 105
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn left onto TX 105
0.3 mi·29 sec·North Chappell Hill Street
6
Turn right onto TX 105
2.0 mi·3 min·East Main Street
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Continue on US 290
13 mi·14 min·US Highway 290 West
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit onto TX 237
16 mi·23 min·TX 237
Toward TX 237 South: Giddings, Round Top, La Grange
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Continue on TX 159
6.6 mi·9 min·TX 159
10
At end of road, turn right onto TX 71 Bus
2.6 mi·3 min·East Travis Street
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Turn left onto FM 609
19 mi·26 min·FM 609
12
Continue on this road
0.4 mi·1 min·this road
13
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
14
Merge onto I 10
68 mi·1 hr 7 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
12 mi·12 min·I 10; US 90; TX 130
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
0.8 mi·51 sec·90th Infantry Division Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Continue on I 10; US 90
8.0 mi·9 min·Jose Lopez Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit onto I 10; US 87
0.2 mi·22 sec·I 10; US 87
Exit 572Toward I 35, I 10 West, US 87 North: Laredo, El Paso, AustinUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 35 South: LaredoUse the slight left lane.
20
Merge onto I 35
8.3 mi·9 min·South Pan Am Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Continue on I 35
144 mi·2 hr 26 min·Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Turn right onto Houston Street
0.3 mi·42 sec·Houston Street
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Turn left onto I 35 Bus
272 ft·12 sec·Salinas Avenue
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Turn left onto Matamoros Street
306 ft·5 sec·Matamoros Street
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Arrive at destination
Matamoros Street
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour drive time, leaving Navasota in the morning is ideal to allow ample daylight for your arrival in Laredo. You'll only need one stop on this route, so plan it strategically for a break and any necessary fuel. The fuel cost is estimated at $48, so ensure your tank is sufficiently full before departing. As this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time slightly based on your morning's activities, but the 327.4-mile distance makes an early start practical.
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 163.7 miles from Navasota, TX, or about 3h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 144.5 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 72 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 163.7 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 5m
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 Navasota, 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 Navasota, TX
This is one driving day of about 327.4 miles and 6h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 72 miles from Navasota, 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 Purple Heart Trail for about 144.5 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 39.8 and 173.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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39.8 mi into trip|~50m in|TX 237
Take the exit onto TX 237 toward TX 237 South: Giddings, Round Top, La Grange
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward TX 237 South: Giddings, Round Top, La Gr...
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152.7 mi into trip|~3h 4m in|I 10; US 90; TX 130
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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164.8 mi into trip|~3h 17m in|I 10; US 90; TX 130 / 90th Infantry Division Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130 / 90th Infantry Division Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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173.6 mi into trip|~3h 27m in|I 10; US 87
Take the exit onto I 10; US 87 toward I 35, I 10 West, US 87 North: Laredo, El Paso, Austin
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 572
Toward I 35, I 10 West, US 87 North: Laredo, El...
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173.7 mi into trip|~3h 27m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35 South: Laredo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 35 South: Laredo
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.84 one way
$89.69 round trip
$3.48/gal25.4 MPG avg115 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.89
$50.09
$100.18
premium
$4.23
$54.46
$108.92
diesel
$4.80
$61.82
$123.64
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 114.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
98.2
1
$34.38
$15.72
Efficient EV
81.9
0
$28.65
$13.10
EV Truck/SUV
131
1
$45.84
$20.95
Gas CO2
115 kg
EV CO2
38 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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Navasota, TX
Night
in Navasota on Monday
Local time
9:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
93°F
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 mph20% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 10:14AM CDT until July 17 at 11:15AM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 10:06AM CDT until July 17 at 1:15PM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Destination
Laredo, TX
Night
in Laredo on Monday
Local time
9:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
100°F
Mostly Sunny
SE 14 to 18 mph8% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 10:14AM CDT until July 17 at 11:15AM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 10:06AM CDT until July 17 at 1:15PM CDT by NWS San Angelo 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
7 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
6h 5m 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.
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...
6 mi from route
~16 min detour
Free
near mile 169.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip involves 53% highway driving, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your time on faster roads. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 144.5 miles on Purple Heart Trail before transitioning to other highway segments. Expect a mixed driving experience with stretches of open highway cruising interspersed with surface road driving. Keep an eye out for the transition between the high-speed interstate and potentially more varied surface road conditions.
53% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 144.5 mi on Purple Heart Trail.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 39.8 miles in near TX 237.
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 15 significant decision points across 327.4 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 39.8 miles (TX 237): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 152.7 miles (I 10; US 90; TX 130): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 164.8 miles (I 10; US 90; TX 130 / 90th Infantry Division Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
686 ft216 ft
Total Climb
717 ft
Total Descent
520 ft
Highest Point
686 ft
~163.7 mi in
Elevation Range
471 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Navasota, TX and Laredo, TX, road signs point toward Round Top, La Grange, El Paso and Austin.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 5m. Total distance: 327.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 5m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 144.5 miles on Purple Heart Trail. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 37 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 Laredo, 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 37 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 39.8 miles (TX 237): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 152.7 miles (I 10; US 90; TX 130): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 164.8 miles (I 10; US 90; TX 130 / 90th Infantry Division Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 6.1 hours each way, a round trip means 12.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Laredo, TX before the return drive.
