Phoenix to Laredo by train
Laredo lies 1,372 km (853 mi) south-east of Phoenix, +2 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 18 h 34 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 1,674 km (1,040 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Phoenix | Laredo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 1.7 million | 256,153 |
| Elevation | 366 m (1,201 ft) | 132 m (433 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Stations on record | Union Station | Laredo station |
| Postal codes | 85001–85098 | 78040–78046 |
Clocks in Laredo are 2 h ahead of Phoenix right now, so a 18 h 34 min journey lands 20 h 34 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Laredo from Phoenix?
1,372 km (853 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Phoenix; by road roughly 1,674 km (1,040 mi).
How long does it take to get from Phoenix to Laredo by train?
About 18 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Phoenix and Laredo?
Laredo is 2 h ahead at the moment (America/Chicago against America/Phoenix).
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.