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Trip from Seabrook, TX to Laredo, TX

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 36m

Distance

337.3 mi

543 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$51

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min
4 AM
6h 24m ★
6 AM
6h 36m
8 AM
7h 1m
10 AM
6h 45m
12 PM
6h 42m
3 PM
6h 46m
5 PM
6h 59m
8 PM
6h 29m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Harris County, Texas, United States

Seabrook, TX

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city in and county seat of Webb County, Texas, United States

Laredo, TX

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Trip Overview

This 337.3-mile drive from Seabrook, TX to Laredo, TX is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can comfortably be completed in one day, taking approximately 6 hours and 36 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 59, you'll experience a 90% highway share for most of the trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $51, this route is a practical option for those looking to cover ground efficiently. Both Seabrook and Laredo are situated in the Great Plains region, so you can expect a consistent landscape throughout your travels. It's a solid choice for a single-day road trip, allowing for a relatively early start and arrival.

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

168.7 miles from Seabrook, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 20m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 59 123.9 mi 2h 18m
US Highway 59 74.7 mi 1h 22m
US Highway 59 West 65.2 mi 1h 16m
South Sam Houston Tollway East 21 mi 24m
Southwest Freeway 19.9 mi 21m
East NASA Parkway 5.9 mi 10m
Gulf Freeway 5.7 mi 6m
US Highway 59 South 4.4 mi 4m
Longest stretch: US 59 — 123.9 mi, about 2h 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Seabrook, TX and Laredo, TX.

1

Start on this road

109 ft · 9 sec · this road
2

At end of road, turn right onto Anders Avenue

120 ft · 10 sec · Anders Avenue
3

Turn right onto Main Street

98 ft · 4 sec · Main Street
4

Continue on NASA 1

5.3 mi · 9 min · East NASA Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
5

Continue on NASA 1

0.4 mi · 33 sec · NASA Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 16 sec
Toward Sarah Deel Drive, NASA Parkway Use the slight right lane.
7

Turn straight onto East NASA Parkway

0.6 mi · 1 min · East NASA Parkway
Use the left lane.
8

Continue on NASA Parkway

0.9 mi · 1 min · NASA Parkway
9

Turn slight right

171 ft · 6 sec
Use the right lane.
10

Turn slight right onto Gulf Freeway Frontage Road

0.6 mi · 59 sec · Gulf Freeway Frontage Road
11

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward I 45 North
12

Merge onto I 45

5.7 mi · 6 min · Gulf Freeway
13

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 39 sec
Exit 32 Toward SHT West, SHT East: Sam Houston Tollway Use the slight right lane.
14

Keep slight left at fork

1.1 mi · 1 min
Toward SHT West: Sam Houston Tollway Use the slight left lane.
15

Merge onto BW 8

0.3 mi · 18 sec · South Sam Houston Parkway East
16

Continue on SHT

21 mi · 24 min · South Sam Houston Tollway East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Continue on BW 8

131 ft · 1 sec · South Sam Houston Parkway West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 53 sec
Toward I 69, US 59 South, US 59 North: Victoria, Houston Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward US 59 South, I 69: Victoria Use the slight left lane.
20

Merge onto I 69; US 59

20 mi · 21 min · Southwest Freeway
Use the straight lane.
21

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Exit 94 Toward Spur 10: Cottonwood, Church Road, Hartledge Road
22

Turn straight onto Southwest Freeway Frontage Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
23

Continue on Southwest Freeway Frontage Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
24

Continue on US 59 Southbound Frontage Road

0.9 mi · 2 min · US 59 Southbound Frontage Road
25

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 25 sec
26

Merge onto US 59

9.2 mi · 10 min · US 59
27

Keep slight left at fork onto US 59

6.6 mi · 7 min · US 59
28

Take the exit

1.5 mi · 2 min
29

Continue on US 59

75 mi · 1 hr 22 min · US Highway 59
30

Keep slight right at fork onto US 59

4.4 mi · 4 min · US Highway 59 South
31

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 25 sec
32

Continue on Northwest Zac Lenz Parkway Frontage Road East

0.3 mi · 39 sec · Northwest Zac Lenz Parkway Frontage Road East
33

Turn right onto US 59

49 mi · 57 min · US 59
34

Continue on US 59

1.3 mi · 2 min · West Corpus Christi Street
35

Continue on US 59

65 mi · 1 hr 16 min · US Highway 59 West
36

Continue on US 59; TX 44

59 mi · 1 hr 3 min · US 59; TX 44
37

Turn left onto Bob Bullock Loop

0.8 mi · 1 min · Bob Bullock Loop
38

Turn right onto Spur 400

3.0 mi · 5 min · Clark Boulevard
39

Continue on Park Street

0.4 mi · 49 sec · Park Street
40

Turn left onto Santa Ursula Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · Santa Ursula Avenue
41

Turn right onto Houston Street

0.3 mi · 42 sec · Houston Street
42

Turn left onto I 35 Bus

272 ft · 12 sec · Salinas Avenue
43

Turn left onto Matamoros Street

306 ft · 5 sec · Matamoros Street
44

Arrive at destination

Matamoros Street

Trip Plan

Given the 6-hour 36-minute duration, departing early from Seabrook is recommended to maximize daylight and allow for a comfortable arrival in Laredo. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 123.9 miles, you can plan your breaks strategically, perhaps around the halfway point. The fuel cost is estimated at $51, so ensure your tank is full before you leave, as extended stretches on US 59 might have fewer service areas. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during that 123.9-mile segment on US 59.

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 168.7 miles from Seabrook, TX, or about 3h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 123.9 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 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 168.7 miles or 3h 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 5h 27m

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 Seabrook, 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 Seabrook, TX

This is one driving day of about 337.3 miles and 6h 36m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 miles from Seabrook, 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 123.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Fort Bend County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Sugar Land, TX

169 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.

Popular next leg

Sugar Land, TX to Laredo, TX

295.7 mi · 5h 43m

Pacing Suggestions

Sugar Land, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 74 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Refugio, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 168.7 miles from Seabrook, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 59 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 123.9 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Main Event Laredo

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30 mile 337.3

Laredo, Texas

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+19567222695

Visit website

Bounce N Play Seabrook

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Seabrook, Texas

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+13466338320

Visit website

Imaginarium of South Texas

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 337.3

Laredo, Texas

Hours: Closed

+19567280404

Visit website

Legacy Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 96.4

El Campo, Texas

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

Zlotnik Park at Legacy Fields

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 96.4

El Campo, Texas

Visit website

Slaughter Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 337.3

Laredo, Texas

Hours: 6 am–11 pm

+19567952350

Visit website

Brazos River Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 48.2

Sugar Land, Texas

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+12812752825

Visit website

Friendship Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 96.4

El Campo, Texas

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19795415000

Visit website

Bates Allen Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 72.3

Kendleton, Texas

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+12818359419

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 25

5 decision points cluster between mile 5.8 and 37.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
5.8 mi into trip | ~10m in

Take the exit toward Sarah Deel Drive, NASA Parkway

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward Sarah Deel Drive, NASA Parkway
8
14 mi into trip | ~21m in

Take the exit toward SHT West, SHT East: Sam Houston Tollway

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 32 Toward SHT West, SHT East: Sam Houston Tollway
7
14.3 mi into trip | ~21m in

Keep slight left at fork toward SHT West: Sam Houston Tollway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward SHT West: Sam Houston Tollway
7
36.7 mi into trip | ~48m in

Take the exit toward I 69, US 59 South, US 59 North: Victoria, Houston

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 I 69, US 59 South, US 59 North: Victoria...
8
37.1 mi into trip | ~49m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 59 South, I 69: Victoria

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward US 59 South, I 69: Victoria

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$50.97 one way

$101.93 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 118 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $55.79 $111.57
premium $4.54 $60.22 $120.45
diesel $5.61 $74.47 $148.94

Estimated Tolls: $1.68

Sam Houston Tollway (21 mi) $1.68

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

$78–$103

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 118 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 101.2 1 $35.42 $16.19
Efficient EV 84.3 0 $29.51 $13.49
EV Truck/SUV 134.9 1 $47.22 $21.59

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 Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Seabrook, TX

Night in Seabrook on Saturday

Local time

9:48 PM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Laredo, TX

Night in Laredo on Saturday

Local time

9:48 PM

CDT

Current temp

84°F

Unavailable

Live 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

4 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 36m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-centric experience on this route, with 90% of the drive on major highways like US 59. The road offers long, uninterrupted stretches, including one segment of 123.9 miles on US 59 where you can maintain a steady pace. This profile suggests a drive where you'll spend most of your time on well-maintained, high-speed roads designed for efficient travel. While not overly complex, the character is predominantly that of a functional, direct connection between your origin and destination.

90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
44 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 123.9 mi on US 59.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 59 and US Highway 59. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.8 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 337.3 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 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Seabrook, TX and Laredo, TX, road signs point toward Houston and Spur 10: Cottonwood.

Houston

36.7 mi in | ~48m

Spur 10: Cottonwood

57.8 mi in | ~1h 12m

About the Cities

Starting in Seabrook, TX

Full guide →

North Barrier Coast is on the Gulf Coast of Texas.

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 6h 36m. Total distance: 337.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 36m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 123.9 miles on US 59. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $1.68 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.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.3 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 13.2 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.

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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