Origin
Wallis, TX
Afternoon in Wallis on Sunday
Local time
3:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wallis, TX to Rhode Island, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 34m
Distance
171.5 mi
276 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 22m
★
6 AM
3h 34m
8 AM
3h 59m
10 AM
3h 43m
12 PM
3h 40m
3 PM
3h 44m
5 PM
3h 58m
8 PM
3h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wallis, TX
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Rhode Island, TX
Beth Fitzpatrick
Trip Overview
Wallis to Rhode Island is 171.5 miles and takes about 3h 34m via I 45, State Highway 90, and TX 6, with a fuel budget near $26 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This journey stays within the Great Plains region of Texas, offering a straightforward, highway-focused experience. It's a practical route designed for efficient travel, making it a good choice if you need to cover ground without many detours. The relatively short distance and duration suggest it's well-suited for a single day of driving.
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
85.8 miles from Wallis, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 54m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 45 | 59.2 mi | 59m |
| State Highway 90 | 41.5 mi | 1h 1m |
| TX 6 | 19.2 mi | 21m |
| TX 36 | 15.6 mi | 19m |
| East Hill Street | 15.1 mi | 22m |
| Commerce Street | 9.8 mi | 10m |
| State Highway 75 North | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| South May Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 45
— 59.2 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wallis, TX and Rhode Island, TX.
1
Start on TX 60
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
TX 60
2
Turn sharp right onto Legion Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Legion Street
3
Turn left onto TX 36; FM 1093
9.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Commerce Street
4
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 36
16 mi
·
19 min
·
TX 36
Use the sharp right lane.
5
Turn sharp right onto TX 159
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
East Main Street
Use the sharp right lane.
6
Turn straight onto TX 159
15 mi
·
22 min
·
East Hill Street
7
Turn right onto TX 159
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Austin Street
8
Turn left onto US 290 Business
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
US 290 Business
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on TX 6
11 mi
·
12 min
·
TX 6
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto TX 6
8.5 mi
·
9 min
·
TX 6
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward TX 90, TX 105 West: Anderson, Brenham
12
Turn straight onto TX 105
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
State Highway 6
13
Turn right onto TX 90
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
East Washington Avenue
14
Continue on TX 90
41 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
State Highway 90
15
Turn right onto TX 90
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
East South Street
16
Turn left onto TX 75
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
South May Street
17
Continue on TX 75
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 75 North
18
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
19
Merge onto I 45
59 mi
·
59 min
·
I 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward FM 833
21
Turn right onto FM 833
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
FM 833
22
At end of road, turn right onto TX 75; FM 833
52 ft
·
1 sec
·
North State Highway 75
23
Turn left onto FM 833
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East FM 833
24
Turn right onto County Road 161
10 ft
·
0 sec
·
County Road 161
25
Arrive at destination
County Road 161
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 34m estimated drive time, starting your trip in Wallis after a relaxed breakfast is ideal. The route has only one recommended stop, so plan your breaks strategically. With the longest stretch being 59.2 miles on I 45, ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on that segment, as services can be spaced out. This is a manageable one-day drive, but if you prefer a more leisurely pace, you have the flexibility to stop and enjoy a meal or stretch your legs without feeling rushed.
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 85.8 miles from Wallis, TX, or about 1h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.2 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 38 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.8 miles or 1h 54m 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 1m
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 Wallis, 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 Wallis, TX
This is one driving day of about 171.5 miles and 3h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Wallis, 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 I 45 for about 59.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
86 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 85.8 miles from Wallis, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 62.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Legion Street
Turn sharp right onto Legion Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
10.5 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
TX 36
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 36
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the sharp right lane.
7
26 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
TX 159 / East Main Street
Turn sharp right onto TX 159 / East Main Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the sharp right lane.
5
41.5 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
US 290 Business
Turn left onto US 290 Business
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
62.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward TX 90, TX 105 West: Anderson, Brenham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward TX 90, TX 105 West: Anderson, Brenham
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.91 one way
$51.83 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
60 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $28.37 | $56.73 |
| premium | $4.54 | $30.62 | $61.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.87 | $75.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 51.4 | 0 | $18.01 | $8.23 |
| Efficient EV | 42.9 | 0 | $15.01 | $6.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 68.6 | 0 | $24.01 | $10.98 |
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Afternoon in Rhode Island on Sunday
Local time
3:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°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
6 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 34m 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 drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 83% of the journey on faster roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 59.2 miles on I 45, which sets a consistent pace for a good portion of the trip. While the primary roads are highways, the inclusion of State Highway 90 and TX 6 may offer slight variations in scenery and speed as you transition between them. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes covering distance efficiently over winding backroads.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.2 mi on I 45.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 45 and State Highway 90. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near Legion Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 171.5 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 0.4 miles (Legion Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 10.5 miles (TX 36): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26 miles (TX 159 / East Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. 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.
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 Wallis, TX to Rhode Island, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Brenham along the way.
Brenham
62.1 mi in
|
~1h 18m
About the Cities
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 3h 34m. Total distance: 171.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 59.2 miles on I 45. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
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 0.4 miles (Legion Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 10.5 miles (TX 36): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26 miles (TX 159 / East Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.1 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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