Rhode Island, TX to Westway, TX is 722.6 miles and takes about 12 hours 15 minutes via Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway and I 10, with a fuel budget near $107 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route covers a significant distance across the Great Plains, offering a straightforward, long-haul experience. Given the duration, it's best treated as a two-day trip. You'll find yourself on major highways for a substantial portion of the drive, making for efficient travel between these two Texas points.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
3 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
361.3 miles from Rhode Island, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 6h 12m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
432.8 mi
7h 12m
I 10
175.6 mi
2h 54m
US 287
62.8 mi
1h 11m
I 45
40.7 mi
40m
Camino Real de Tierra Adentro
7.5 mi
9m
East FM 833
0.9 mi
1m
West FM 833
0.7 mi
1m
Farm-to-Market Road 833
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
— 432.8 mi, about 7h 12m
Traffic on I-20
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 56 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~1,511 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,850
Quietest
2 AM
~212 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.1×
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 Rhode Island, TX and Westway, TX.
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Start on County Road 161
10 ft·7 sec·County Road 161
2
Turn left onto FM 833
0.9 mi·1 min·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
0.4 mi·55 sec·Farm-to-Market Road 833
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·50 sec
7
Merge onto I 45
41 mi·40 min·I 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto US 287
63 mi·1 hr 11 min·US 287
Exit 247Toward US 287 North: Waxahachie, Fort WorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 20
4.0 mi·4 min·Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Toward I 20 WestUse the straight lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 20
429 mi·7 hr 8 min·Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Toward I 20 West: AbileneUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 10
176 mi·2 hr 54 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 85; US 180
7.5 mi·9 min·Camino Real de Tierra Adentro
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
Exit 2Toward Spur 37: Vinton Road, Westway DriveUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto North Desert Boulevard
0.3 mi·50 sec·North Desert Boulevard
15
Turn right onto Westway Boulevard
361 ft·14 sec·Westway Boulevard
16
Turn left onto Kingsway Drive
308 ft·16 sec·Kingsway Drive
17
Turn right onto Zinn Road
0.1 mi·24 sec·Zinn Road
18
Arrive at destination
Zinn Road
Trip Plan
For this 12-hour drive, planning for two days is highly recommended to avoid fatigue. Consider departing in the morning to maximize daylight for your first day's travel. With 3 planned stops, you can break up the driving into manageable segments, roughly 4 hours each. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch without a likely major town is over 400 miles on the Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway. Ensure you have enough fuel before embarking on this section.
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.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 361.3 miles from Rhode Island, TX, or about 6h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 432.8 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 159 miles or 2h 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 361.3 miles or 6h 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 361.3 miles or 6h 12m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 11h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Westway, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Rhode Island, TX
Aim for roughly 361 miles and 6.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Westway, TX
Aim for roughly 361 miles and 6.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 159 miles from Rhode Island, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 3 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway for about 432.8 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 43.1 and 721.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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43.1 mi into trip|~45m in|US 287
Take the exit onto US 287 toward US 287 North: Waxahachie, Fort Worth
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 247
Toward US 287 North: Waxahachie, Fort Worth
7
105.9 mi into trip|~1h 56m in|I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway toward I 20 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 20 West
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109.9 mi into trip|~2h in|I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway toward I 20 West: Abilene
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 20 West: Abilene
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714.3 mi into trip|~12h 3m in|I 10; US 85; US 180 / Camino Real de Tierra Adentro
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 85; US 180 / Camino Real de Tierra Adentro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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721.8 mi into trip|~12h 13m in
Take the exit toward Spur 37: Vinton Road, Westway Drive
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 2
Toward Spur 37: Vinton Road, Westway Drive
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$109.70 one way
$219.40 round trip
$3.86/gal25.4 MPG avg253 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.25
$120.91
$241.81
premium
$4.58
$130.30
$260.59
diesel
$5.35
$152.20
$304.40
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$110
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$240–$350
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 252.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $76 in charging
· 2 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
216.8
2
$75.87
$34.68
Efficient EV
180.7
2
$63.23
$28.90
EV Truck/SUV
289
3
$101.16
$46.25
Gas CO2
253 kg
EV CO2
85 kg (66% less)
Plan for 2 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Jun 1, 2026
Origin
Rhode Island, TX
Afternoon
in Rhode Island on Wednesday
Local time
1:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Partly Cloudy
0 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Westway, TX
Afternoon
in Westway on Wednesday
Local time
12:59 PM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Mostly Clear
SE 3 mph0% 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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
Time zone
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
9 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
12h 15m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
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.
Chamizal National Memorial
National Memorial
Chamizal is more than just an urban park to recreate or enjoy a quiet afternoon. These grounds are a reminder of the harmonious settlement of a 100-year boundary dispute between the United States and...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 697.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend 39% of your time on the highway, primarily on the Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway, where you'll encounter a continuous stretch of 432.8 miles. After this long highway segment, you will transition to other major roads like I 10 and US 287. Expect a mix of cruising and potentially more varied traffic as you approach your destination. The drive is characterized by long, open stretches suitable for steady progress.
39% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 432.8 mi on Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
At 12h 15m, this is a long-haul route where pacing matters more than any single turn. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 43.1 miles in near US 287.
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 14 significant decision points across 722.6 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 43.1 miles (US 287): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105.9 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 109.9 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
4,558 ft393 ft
Total Climb
4,309 ft
Total Descent
744 ft
Highest Point
4,558 ft
~619.4 mi in
Elevation Range
4,165 ft
Notable High Points
4,558 ft at ~619.4 miles+569 ft prominence
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 Rhode Island, TX to Westway, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Worth along the way.
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.
Long-haul drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 432.8 miles on Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 361 miles on day one.
Yes — we found about 78 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 Westway, 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 3 meaningful breaks. There are 78 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 43.1 miles (US 287): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105.9 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 109.9 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Chamizal National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 12.3 hours each way, a round trip means 24.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Westway, TX before the return drive.
