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Trip from Rhode Island, TX to Hallettsville, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 49m
Distance
202.6 mi
326 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 37m
★
6 AM
3h 50m
8 AM
4h 15m
10 AM
3h 59m
12 PM
3h 56m
3 PM
4h 0m
5 PM
4h 14m
8 PM
3h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rhode Island, TX
Beth Fitzpatrick
Hallettsville, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
Rhode Island, TX to Hallettsville, TX is 202.6 miles and takes about 3h 49m via Main Street and TX 21, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward drive across Texas. With only one recommended stop and a highway percentage of 67%, it's a quick and efficient transit. You'll find this route is primarily on main roads and highways, making it a predictable and manageable drive for a single day.
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
101.3 miles from Rhode Island, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | 51.1 mi | 58m |
| TX 21 | 36.6 mi | 40m |
| United States Highway 77 | 27.2 mi | 30m |
| I 45 | 26.6 mi | 26m |
| South US Highway 77 | 24.7 mi | 28m |
| South State Highway 6 | 11.4 mi | 12m |
| West Old San Antonio Road | 8 mi | 10m |
| US 77 | 6.8 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
Main Street
— 51.1 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rhode Island, TX and Hallettsville, TX.
1
Start on County Road 161
10 ft
·
7 sec
·
County Road 161
2
Turn left onto FM 833
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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East FM 833
3
Turn right onto TX 75; FM 833
52 ft
·
2 sec
·
North State Highway 75
4
Turn left onto FM 833
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West FM 833
5
Continue on FM 833
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Farm-to-Market Road 833
6
Turn left onto North Interstate 45
159 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Interstate 45
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
8
Merge onto I 45
27 mi
·
26 min
·
I 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 79: Buffalo, Jewett
10
Turn straight onto North Craig Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Craig Street
11
Turn right onto US 79
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
West Commerce Street
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on US 79
51 mi
·
58 min
·
Main Street
13
Continue on US 79; TX 6
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Market Street
14
Continue on US 190; TX 6
11 mi
·
12 min
·
South State Highway 6
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward TX OSR
16
Continue on South State Highway 6
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
South State Highway 6
17
Turn right onto TX OSR
8.0 mi
·
10 min
·
West Old San Antonio Road
18
Turn right onto TX 21
37 mi
·
40 min
·
TX 21
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
20
Keep slight left at fork
103 ft
·
2 sec
21
Turn left onto US 77
27 mi
·
30 min
·
United States Highway 77
22
Continue on US 77
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Jefferson Street
23
Continue on US 77
25 mi
·
28 min
·
South US Highway 77
24
Continue on US 77
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
US 77
25
Continue on US 77
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
United States Highway 77
26
Continue on US 77
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Texana Street
27
Arrive at destination
South Texana Street
Trip Plan
For this 3h 49m drive, leaving Rhode Island in the morning will give you ample time to reach Hallettsville before dark. With only one stop suggested, you can be flexible with your timing. The fuel cost is estimated at $32, so ensure your tank is full before you depart. The longest stretch of 51.1 miles on Main Street means you can settle in for a good portion of the drive without frequent turns. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially as you transition from surface roads to the highway segments.
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 101.3 miles from Rhode Island, TX, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.1 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 45 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 101.3 miles or 1h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hallettsville, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Rhode Island, 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 Rhode Island, TX
This is one driving day of about 202.6 miles and 3h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Rhode Island, 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 Main Street for about 51.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
101 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 101.3 miles from Rhode Island, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
TA Express
0.2 mi from route
290 Travel Plaza
1 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 140 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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FM 833 / East FM 833
Turn left onto FM 833 / East FM 833
Navigation decision point
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 45
Merge onto I 45
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
29.2 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward US 79: Buffalo, Jewett
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 79: Buffalo, Jewett
5
30.1 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
US 79 / West Commerce Street
Turn right onto US 79 / West Commerce Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
140 mi into trip
|
~2h 38m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.75 one way
$55.50 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
71 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $31.00 | $61.99 |
| premium | $4.23 | $33.70 | $67.40 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $38.25 | $76.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.8 | 0 | $21.27 | $9.72 |
| Efficient EV | 50.7 | 0 | $17.73 | $8.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 81 | 1 | $28.36 | $12.97 |
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Origin
Rhode Island, TX
Morning in Rhode Island on Monday
Local time
6:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Partly Cloudy
S 5 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 9:33PM CDT until July 18 at 10:45PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 9:30PM CDT until July 18 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX
Destination
Hallettsville, TX
Morning in Hallettsville on Monday
Local time
6:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Partly Cloudy
S 5 to 10 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 9:33PM CDT until July 18 at 10:45PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 9:30PM CDT until July 18 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX
96°F
Somerville, TX
101 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 49m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly highway, with 67% of the 202.6 miles on major roads. You'll encounter your longest continuous stretch on Main Street at 51.1 miles. After this segment, the route transitions to highways like TX 21 and US 77. Expect a relatively open feel with fewer exits compared to more urban corridors.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 51.1 mi on Main Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Main Street and TX 21. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near FM 833 / East FM 833.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 49m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (FM 833 / East FM 833): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (I 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
474 ft
232 ft
Total Climb
466 ft
Total Descent
626 ft
Highest Point
474 ft
~43.4 mi in
Elevation Range
242 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Rhode Island, TX and Hallettsville, TX, road signs point toward Jewett and Tx Osr.
Jewett
29.2 mi in
|
~31m
Tx Osr
94.7 mi in
|
~1h 46m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Taqueria Y Tienda Mexicana Los Primos
Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.2 mi from route
Hallettsville, TX
Cuisine: mexican
Hours: Mo-Sa 09:00-21:00, Su 09:00-16:00
Visit websiteDQ Grill & Chill
Fast_food
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Hallettsville, TX
Cuisine: ice_cream;burger
Visit websiteDQ Grill & Chill
Fast_food
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
1.8 mi from route
~4 min detour
Franklin, TX
Cuisine: ice_cream;burger
Visit websiteSubway
Fast_food
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
2.4 mi from route
~6 min detour
Franklin, TX
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: Mo-Th 09:00-22:00; Fr 09:00-23:00; Sa-Su...
Visit websiteBluff Creek Ranch
Camp_site
Later in the drive, right off the route
Final third
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Hallettsville
Memorial
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.1 mi from route
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Memorial
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.1 mi from route
Alma Male and Female Institute, Site of
Memorial
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.1 mi from route
Fort Tenoxtitlan
Memorial
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.1 mi from route
Lavaca County Courthouse
Memorial
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.1 mi from route
First National Bank of Hallettsville
Memorial
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.1 mi from route
Bluff Creek Ranch
Camp_site
Later in the drive, right off the route
Final third
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
About the Cities
Starting in Rhode Island, TX
Full guide →“The Ocean State” · Founded 1790
Rhode Island (RI) is the smallest state of the United States of America, tucked between Massachusetts and Connecticut in New England. Nonetheless, it has over 400 mi (640 km) of coastline, courtesy of Narragansett Bay and islands such as Aquidneck Island, home to Newport, the "City by the Sea". While Rhode Island contains the name "island" in its name, most of its area is not on an island.
Arriving in Hallettsville, TX
Full guide →Founded 1831
Top landmarks
- • Lavaca County Courthouse — building in Hallettsville, Lavaca County, Texas
- • Lay-Bozka House — historic place in Hallettsville, Lavaca 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 3h 49m. Total distance: 202.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 51.1 miles on Main Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 9 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.
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: near the start (FM 833 / East FM 833): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (I 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Hallettsville, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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