Baytown to Houston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

23.6 miles 38 km · straight line
26.5 miles actual route 42.6 km · driving distance
33min estimated drive time
$3 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
274° W bearing direction

How far is Baytown from Houston?

The distance from Baytown to Houston is 23.6 miles (38 km) as the crow flies. Houston is located W of Baytown. By car, the driving distance is approximately 26.5 miles, taking about 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Baytown and Houston. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Baytown to Houston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 33min $3 - $3 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Baytown & Houston

Quick Facts

Baytown
29.74°N, 94.98°W
America/Chicago
8m elevation
Houston
29.76°N, 95.37°W
America/Chicago
15m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 8 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM