Origin
Taylor, TX
Late night in Taylor on Tuesday
Local time
5:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Taylor, TX to Rhode Island, 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 41m
Distance
137.4 mi
221 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 31m
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6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 2m
10 AM
2h 49m
12 PM
2h 47m
3 PM
2h 50m
5 PM
3h 1m
8 PM
2h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Taylor, TX
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Rhode Island, TX
Beth Fitzpatrick
Trip Overview
Taylor, TX to Rhode Island, TX is 137.4 miles and takes about 2h 41m via US 79 and I 45, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Texas, traversing the Great Plains region for its entirety. It's a straightforward trip, mostly on major roads, making it a good option for a quick haul or a relaxed day trip. Plan for a single stop, as the route is manageable within a few hours.
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
68.7 miles from Taylor, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 79 | 104.1 mi | 2h 3m |
| I 45 | 27 mi | 26m |
| East 4th Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| South Market Street | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| FM 833 | 1 mi | 2m |
| East FM 833 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North State Highway 6 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North State Highway 75 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 79
— 104.1 mi, about 2h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Taylor, TX and Rhode Island, TX.
1
Start on East 4th Street
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East 4th Street
2
Continue on US 79
53 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
US 79
3
Take the exit onto US 79; US 190
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 79; US 190
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 79; US 190; TX 6
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Market Street
5
Continue on US 79; TX 6
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
North State Highway 6
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 79
51 mi
·
58 min
·
US 79
7
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 45
27 mi
·
26 min
·
I 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward FM 833
10
Turn right onto FM 833
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
FM 833
11
At end of road, turn right onto TX 75; FM 833
52 ft
·
1 sec
·
North State Highway 75
12
Turn left onto FM 833
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East FM 833
13
Turn right onto County Road 161
10 ft
·
0 sec
·
County Road 161
14
Arrive at destination
County Road 161
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 41m duration, leaving anytime after breakfast should get you to Rhode Island, TX well before sunset. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $21, this drive is flexible. You can easily make it a single-day trip. Pay attention to your fuel gauge as you approach the longer stretch on US 79, ensuring you have enough to comfortably complete that segment before needing to refuel.
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 68.7 miles from Taylor, TX, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.1 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 30 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.7 miles or 1h 24m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rhode Island, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Taylor, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Taylor, TX
This is one driving day of about 137.4 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Taylor, 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 79 for about 104.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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 68.7 miles from Taylor, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 79 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.1 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 54.8 and 135.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
54.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
US 79; US 190; TX 6 / South Market Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 79; US 190; TX 6 / South Market Street
Navigation decision point
4
56.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
US 79
Keep slight left at fork onto US 79
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
107.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 9m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
108.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 9m in
|
I 45
Merge onto I 45
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
135.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 36m in
Take the exit toward FM 833
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward FM 833
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.76 one way
$41.52 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $22.73 | $45.45 |
| premium | $4.54 | $24.53 | $49.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.34 | $60.67 |
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: 48.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.2 | 0 | $14.43 | $6.60 |
| Efficient EV | 34.4 | 0 | $12.02 | $5.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55 | 0 | $19.24 | $8.79 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (67% 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
Rhode Island, TX
Late night in Rhode Island on Tuesday
Local time
5:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°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
3 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
2h 41m 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 primarily highway driving, with 97% of the 137.4 miles on major roads like US 79 and I 45. You'll experience a long stretch of 104.1 miles on US 79, offering a consistent cruising experience. The transition to surface roads, specifically East 4th Street, occurs closer to your destination, marking the end of the extensive highway travel. Expect minimal city merging until the final approach.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.1 mi on US 79.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 79 and I 45. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 54.8 miles in near US 79; US 190; TX 6 / South Market Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 41m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 54.8 miles (US 79; US 190; TX 6 / South Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 56.7 miles (US 79): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 107.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
564 ft
306 ft
Total Climb
370 ft
Total Descent
541 ft
Highest Point
564 ft
Elevation Range
259 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Taylor, TX
Full guide →Arriving in Rhode Island, TX
Full guide →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.
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 41m. Total distance: 137.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 104.1 miles on US 79. 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 54.8 miles (US 79; US 190; TX 6 / South Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 56.7 miles (US 79): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 107.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Rhode Island, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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