Origin
Palmview South, TX
Morning in Palmview South on Tuesday
Local time
6:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
96°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Palmview South, TX to Laredo, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 43m
Distance
135.7 mi
218 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 32m
★
6 AM
2h 43m
8 AM
3h 4m
10 AM
2h 50m
12 PM
2h 48m
3 PM
2h 52m
5 PM
3h 3m
8 PM
2h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Palmview South, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Laredo, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Palmview South, TX to Laredo, TX is 135.7 miles and takes about 2h 43m via US-83 and I-2, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward, highway-focused experience. You'll primarily be on major roads, making it a practical choice for those prioritizing efficiency. With only one recommended stop and a short duration, this route is well-suited for a single-day journey, allowing you to reach your destination with ample time.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
67.8 miles from Palmview South, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| United States Highway 83 | 62 mi | 1h 10m |
| I 2 | 27.1 mi | 30m |
| North US Highway 83 | 14.2 mi | 15m |
| Garcia Street | 12.6 mi | 14m |
| South Zapata Highway | 5.4 mi | 8m |
| East Grant Street | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| South Meadow Avenue | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| East Main Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
United States Highway 83
— 62 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palmview South, TX and Laredo, TX.
1
Start on Watson Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Watson Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 83 Bus
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Loop 374
3
Turn right onto FM 492
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Goodwin Road
4
Turn left onto West Expressway 83
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Expressway 83
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 83 West
6
Merge onto I 2; US 83
27 mi
·
30 min
·
I 2; US 83
Toward McAllen
7
Continue on US 83; FM 755
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
8
Continue on US 83
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
East 2nd Street
9
Continue on US 83
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
West 2nd Street
10
Continue on US 83
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
United States Highway 83
11
Continue on US 83
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
East Grant Street
12
Turn slight right onto US 83
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Garcia Street
13
Continue on US 83
54 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
United States Highway 83
14
Continue on US 83
14 mi
·
15 min
·
North US Highway 83
15
Continue on US 83
5.4 mi
·
8 min
·
South Zapata Highway
16
Turn left onto South Meadow Avenue
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
South Meadow Avenue
17
Turn left onto US 83
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Guadalupe Street
18
Continue on US 83
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Houston Street
19
Turn left onto I 35 Bus
272 ft
·
12 sec
·
Salinas Avenue
20
Turn left onto Matamoros Street
306 ft
·
5 sec
·
Matamoros Street
21
Arrive at destination
Matamoros Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2h 43m duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unexpected delays. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $21, you can plan your refueling strategically. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 62 miles on United States Highway 83, so ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on this segment. This route's efficiency means you have flexibility in your departure time and can choose to stop when convenient.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 67.8 miles from Palmview South, TX, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62 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 30 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.8 miles or 1h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 9m
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 Palmview South, 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 Palmview South, TX
This is one driving day of about 135.7 miles and 2h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Palmview South, 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 United States Highway 83 for about 62 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 67.8 miles from Palmview South, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before United States Highway 83 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 62 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 135.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
|
US 83 Bus / West Loop 374
At end of road, turn left onto US 83 Bus / West Loop 374
Navigation decision point
4
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
FM 492 / Goodwin Road
Turn right onto FM 492 / Goodwin Road
Navigation decision point
4
2.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
West Expressway 83
Turn left onto West Expressway 83
Navigation decision point
4
3.3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 2; US 83
Merge onto I 2; US 83 toward McAllen
Merge point - match speed before joining
Toward McAllen
5
135.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 42m in
|
Matamoros Street
Turn left onto Matamoros Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.50 one way
$41.01 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $22.44 | $44.89 |
| premium | $4.54 | $24.23 | $48.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.96 | $59.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.7 | 0 | $14.25 | $6.51 |
| Efficient EV | 33.9 | 0 | $11.87 | $5.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.3 | 0 | $19.00 | $8.68 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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.
Destination
Laredo, TX
Morning in Laredo on Tuesday
Local time
6:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
97°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
98°F
Roma, TX
68 mi in
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
1 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
2h 43m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 77% of the journey utilizing major highways like United States Highway 83 and I-2. Expect long stretches of consistent travel, including a 62-mile segment solely on United States Highway 83. The character of the drive is largely defined by these efficient, high-speed roads, minimizing complex navigation. While primarily highway, the inclusion of US-83 offers a slightly different pace compared to a pure interstate experience.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 62 mi on United States Highway 83.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on United States Highway 83 and I 2. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near US 83 Bus / West Loop 374.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Palmview South, TX to Laredo, TX is easy. At 2h 43m with 77% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 83 Bus / West Loop 374): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (FM 492 / Goodwin Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (West Expressway 83): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Starting in Palmview South, TX
Full guide →Arriving in Laredo, TX
Full guide →“The Gateway City” · Founded 1755
Laredo is a city with 262,000 (2019) inhabitants on the South Texas Plains. Nuevo Laredo, Mexico, is just across the Rio Grande.
Top landmarks
- • Cathedral of San Agustin — historic place in Laredo, Webb County, Texas
- • Fort McIntosh — historic district in Laredo, Webb County, Texas
- • San Agustin de Laredo Historic District — historic district in Laredo, Webb County, Texas
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 43m. Total distance: 135.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 62 miles on United States Highway 83. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 83 Bus / West Loop 374): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (FM 492 / Goodwin Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (West Expressway 83): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Laredo, TX before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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