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Trip from Uhland, TX to Rhode Island, 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 39m
Distance
205.8 mi
331 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 27m
★
6 AM
3h 40m
8 AM
4h 5m
10 AM
3h 48m
12 PM
3h 46m
3 PM
3h 50m
5 PM
4h 3m
8 PM
3h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Uhland, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Rhode Island, TX
Beth Fitzpatrick
Trip Overview
Uhland to Rhode Island is 205.8 miles and takes about 3 hours 39 minutes via Purple Heart Trail, Pickle Parkway, and State Highway 31, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive keeps you within the Great Plains region of Texas for its entirety. It's a straightforward trip, mostly on well-maintained state highways, making it a practical choice for a single-day journey. You'll find the highway share is about 57%, indicating a good balance between faster driving and more local road segments. Consider this route for its efficiency and manageable duration.
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
102.9 miles from Uhland, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Purple Heart Trail | 64.7 mi | 1h 6m |
| Pickle Parkway | 49.8 mi | 47m |
| State Highway 31 | 35.8 mi | 38m |
| I 45 | 19.8 mi | 19m |
| Camino Real | 7.9 mi | 9m |
| South Jack Kultgen Expressway | 6 mi | 6m |
| Corsicana Bypass | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| Hubbard Bypass | 5.3 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Purple Heart Trail
— 64.7 mi, about 1h 6m
Traffic on I-35
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 32 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~3,203 veh/hr typical · worst 3,865
Quietest
2 AM
~491 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 51 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 Uhland, TX and Rhode Island, TX.
1
Start on this road
42 ft
·
3 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto TX 21
7.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Camino Real
3
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 183, Toll 130 North
Use the left lane.
4
Turn straight onto US 183
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Lockhart Highway
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward Toll 130 North
6
Merge onto TX 130 Toll
50 mi
·
47 min
·
Pickle Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 35 North: Waco
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 35
65 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 35
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
South Jack Kultgen Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 338
Toward US 84: Waco Drive, Bellmead Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto North Jack Kultgen Expressway
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Jack Kultgen Expressway
12
Turn right onto US 84
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
East Waco Drive
13
Continue on US 84
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Bellmead Drive
14
Continue on US 84
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East US Highway 84
15
Continue on TX 31
17 mi
·
17 min
·
State Highway 31
16
Continue on TX 31
5.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Hubbard Bypass
17
Continue on TX 31
19 mi
·
21 min
·
State Highway 31
18
Turn right onto TX 31
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Corsicana Bypass
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn right onto South Interstate 45
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
South Interstate 45
20
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
21
Merge onto I 45
20 mi
·
19 min
·
I 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 206
Toward FM 833
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Turn left onto North Interstate 45
307 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Interstate 45
24
Turn left onto FM 833
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
FM 833
25
At end of road, turn right onto TX 75; FM 833
52 ft
·
1 sec
·
North State Highway 75
26
Turn left onto FM 833
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East FM 833
27
Turn right onto County Road 161
10 ft
·
0 sec
·
County Road 161
28
Arrive at destination
County Road 161
Trip Plan
Given the 3 hour 39 minute estimated drive time, departing in the morning from Uhland is ideal, allowing ample daylight to reach Rhode Island. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $31, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, offering flexibility. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before longer stretches like the 64.7 miles on Purple Heart Trail. The mixed drive profile means you'll experience different road conditions, so staying aware of your surroundings is key. This route is well-suited for a spontaneous day trip, so you can leave when you're ready.
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 102.9 miles from Uhland, TX, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.7 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 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.9 miles or 1h 45m 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 57m
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 Uhland, 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 Uhland, TX
This is one driving day of about 205.8 miles and 3h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Uhland, 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 Purple Heart Trail for about 64.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
103 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 102.9 miles from Uhland, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Purple Heart Trail if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.7 miles.
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.
Flying J Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Navarro County Southbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Circle K
0.1 mi from route
Ascent Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Bell County Northbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Bell County Southbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.2 mi from route
Walburg Travel Center & Food Court
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
QuikTrip
2.3 mi from route
Doris D Miller Park
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour
Final third
3.7 mi from route
~9 min detour
Waco, Texas
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteVillage of Salado Visitors Center
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour
Early stretch
3.8 mi from route
~9 min detour
Salado, Texas
Hours: 9 am–5 pm
+12549478634
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 7.9 and 203.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
7.9 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Turn left toward US 183, Toll 130 North
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 183, Toll 130 North
5
8.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
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TX 130 Toll / Pickle Parkway
Merge onto TX 130 Toll / Pickle Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
58.8 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35 North: Waco
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35 North: Waco
8
129.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 13m in
Take the exit toward US 84: Waco Drive, Bellmead 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 338
Toward US 84: Waco Drive, Bellmead Drive
7
203.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 34m in
Take the exit toward FM 833
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 206
Toward FM 833
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.19 one way
$56.38 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $31.49 | $62.97 |
| premium | $4.23 | $34.23 | $68.46 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $38.86 | $77.72 |
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: 72 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.7 | 0 | $21.61 | $9.88 |
| Efficient EV | 51.5 | 0 | $18.01 | $8.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82.3 | 1 | $28.81 | $13.17 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Origin
Uhland, TX
Evening in Uhland on Monday
Local time
6:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 5 to 10 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 8:28PM CDT until July 18 at 11:15PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 7:24PM MDT until July 18 at 8:15PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Destination
Rhode Island, TX
Evening in Rhode Island on Monday
Local time
6:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Partly Cloudy
S 5 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 8:28PM CDT until July 18 at 11:15PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 7:24PM MDT until July 18 at 8:15PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
96°F
Troy, TX
103 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 39m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Waco Mammoth National Monument
National Monument
Standing as tall as 14 feet and weighing 20,000 pounds, Columbian mammoths roamed across what is present-day Texas thousands of years ago. Today, the fossil specimens represent the nation's first and...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 127.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a mixed experience, with 57% of it on highways. You'll encounter stretches like the 64.7-mile segment on Purple Heart Trail, which will likely provide a steady pace. The route incorporates the Pickle Parkway and State Highway 31, suggesting a transition between different types of roadways. Expect a profile that isn't just monotonous interstate; rather, it's a blend that should keep your attention without being overly demanding. It's a drive that feels grounded in the Texas landscape, moving along established state routes.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 64.7 mi on Purple Heart Trail.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 205.8 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.9 miles (TX 130 Toll / Pickle Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 58.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
765 ft
359 ft
Total Climb
659 ft
Total Descent
812 ft
Highest Point
765 ft
~73.5 mi in
Elevation Range
407 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Uhland, TX
Full guide →Arriving 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.
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 39m. Total distance: 205.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 64.7 miles on Purple Heart Trail. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 18 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 Rhode Island, 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. There are 18 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.9 miles (TX 130 Toll / Pickle Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 58.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Waco Mammoth National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Rhode Island, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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