Rest Areas on I-37
Every rest area, welcome center and service plaza on I-37, in order, for both directions – with exits and the distance to the next stop.
This page lists all 8 rest stops on I-37 we know of in Texas – 8 rest areas. Interstate 37 rest areas are listed by direction of travel, so you only see the stops on your side of the highway.
On average, rest stops on I-37 in the same direction are about 31 miles apart. Pick your direction below to see every stop in order, with exits and the distance to the next one.
I-37 Rest Stops in Order of Travel
I-37 northbound rest areas are listed south to north; I-37 southbound rest areas in the opposite order. Rest areas on a divided interstate usually serve one direction only, so the list changes when you switch.
- Welcome to Texas↓ 22 mi
- Picnic Area (limited info)≈ MM 41 · Exit 40 · Lagarto · TX↓ 37 mi
- ↓ 34 mi
- Welcome to Texas↓ 30 mi
- ↓ 39 mi
- Parking Area (limited info)≈ MM 43 · Exit 40 · Lagarto · TX↓ 23 mi
I-37 Rest Areas by State
Open a state to see its I-37 rest areas together with all other rest stops, welcome centers and weigh stations there.
| State | Rest stops | Avg. gap | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | 8 | 31 mi | I-37 in Texas → |
The Longest Gaps on I-37
1. 39 mi southbound
Live Oak County Southbound Rest Area → Parking Area
2. 37 mi northbound
Picnic Area → Live Oak County Northbound Rest Area
3. 34 mi northbound
Live Oak County Northbound Rest Area → Picnic Area
4. 30 mi southbound
Picnic Area → Live Oak County Southbound Rest Area
5. 23 mi southbound
Parking Area → San Patricio County Southbound Rest Area
Straight-line distances between consecutive stops in the same direction.
I-37 Rest Area FAQ
How many rest areas are on I-37?
We list 8 rest stops on I-37: 4 northbound and 4 southbound.
How far apart are rest stops on I-37?
About 31 miles on average in the same direction (by mile marker where known), but it varies a lot by state. The stop list above shows the distance to the next stop for every entry.
Where is the longest stretch without a rest area on I-37?
Southbound between Live Oak County Southbound Rest Area (Texas) and Parking Area (Texas) – about 39 miles. Plan a break before you enter this stretch.
Are I 37 rest stops open 24 hours?
Most interstate rest areas are open 24 hours, 7 days a week, but some close overnight or seasonally, and any stop can close for construction. Opening hours and closures are shown on each stop’s page.
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