Aerial view of Blue Steer Truck Wash next to Flying J on I-35 in Cotulla Texas between San Antonio and Laredo
The Gap

Between the Alamo City and the Border, There’s One Full-Service Truck Wash.

From the south side of San Antonio to downtown Laredo is roughly 150 miles of I-35. For about 85 of those miles, Blue Steer is the only full-service truck wash you’ll pass. That’s why drivers running the Eagle Ford, the Laredo border-freight lanes, and the San Antonio-to-Monterrey corridor plan their stops around Cotulla.

Distance & Drive Time

How Far Am I From Blue Steer?

Approximate distance and drive time from corridor towns. Verify with your GPS before planning a stop — traffic and construction can change these numbers by a few minutes.

From Distance Drive Time Route
San Antonio (downtown)~85 mi~80 minSouthbound I-35
San Antonio (south side / Loop 410)~72 mi~70 minSouthbound I-35
Devine, TX~51 mi~50 minSouthbound I-35
Pleasanton, TX~42 mi~45 minVia TX-97 / I-35
Moore, TX~45 mi~45 minSouthbound I-35
Pearsall, TX~30 mi~30 minSouthbound I-35
Dilley, TX~17 mi~17 minSouthbound I-35
Cotulla, TX — You’re Here0 miExit 68Blue Steer Truck Wash
Asherton, TX~25 mi~30 minVia TX-97 / TX-83
Carrizo Springs, TX~45 mi~50 minVia TX-97 / TX-83
Encinal, TX~20 mi~20 minNorthbound I-35
Laredo, TX (downtown)~65 mi~60 minNorthbound I-35

Distances are approximate and measured from town center to our front gate at 1191 N. IH-35, Cotulla, TX 78014.

Which Way Are You Coming?

Two Approaches. One Blue Roof.

↓ Southbound From San Antonio

Take Exit 69 and turn right. We’re right in front of you. That’s it. 30 seconds off the ramp, blue roof, next to the Flying J.

Coming from downtown San Antonio? Figure about 80 minutes at truck speed. You’ll pass Devine, Moore, Pearsall, and Dilley on the way.

↑ Northbound From Laredo

Take Exit 67/68 (not 69). Follow the access road to Main Street. Turn left to go under the I-35 bridge. On the other side, turn right onto the two-way access road. Blue Steer is right there on your left.

Coming from Laredo? Figure about 60 minutes at truck speed. You’ll pass Encinal at mile 27.

GPS note: Drop the pin on “Blue Steer Truck Wash Cotulla” or use the address 1191 N. IH-35, Cotulla, TX 78014. Don’t rely on a town name alone — the access road runs on both sides of the highway and some GPS apps pick the wrong one.

Common Questions

What Drivers Ask Most Often.

Is there a truck wash between San Antonio and Laredo?

Yes. Blue Steer Truck Wash in Cotulla is the only full-service truck wash in the 85-mile gap. 1191 N. IH-35, at Exit 68, next to the Flying J.

What’s the closest truck wash to Pearsall, TX?

Blue Steer in Cotulla. About 30 miles south on I-35, roughly a 30-minute drive.

Where can I wash my truck near Dilley, TX?

Blue Steer in Cotulla. About 15 miles south on I-35, roughly a 15-minute drive.

Is there a truck wash in Cotulla, TX?

Yes. Blue Steer Truck Wash at 1191 N. IH-35, Cotulla, TX 78014. Three bays, an in-and-out polish line, open seven days a week.

Is there a truck wash open on Sunday in South Texas?

Yes. Blue Steer is open Sunday from 10am to 6pm Central Time. Most other truck washes on the I-35 corridor between San Antonio and Laredo are closed on Sundays.

Truck wash near the Flying J in Cotulla?

Blue Steer is right next door to the Flying J travel center at Exit 68. Fuel at Flying J, wash at Blue Steer, one stop.

How far is Blue Steer from Laredo, TX?

About 65 miles north of Laredo on I-35, roughly a 60-minute drive.

What does a truck wash cost at Blue Steer?

Tractor-trailer packages: Wash & Go $84, Shine & Protect $98, Wax & Wheel $110, Interior/Exterior $139, Deep Clean $189. Tractor-only starts at $64. In-and-out polish is per item starting at $35.

Plan Your Stop. We’re Open Seven Days.

Mon–Fri 8a–9p · Sat 8a–7p · Sun 10a–6p. Pull in any time, or text 956-554-4055 to give us a heads-up.