Branson to Houston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

491.6 miles 791.1 km · straight line
596.6 miles actual route 960.2 km · driving distance
11h 33min estimated drive time
$57 - $71 estimated fuel cost
~1h 29min flight time
195° SSW bearing direction

How far is Branson from Houston?

The distance from Branson to Houston is 491.6 miles (791.1 km) as the crow flies. Houston is located SSW of Branson. By car, the driving distance is approximately 596.6 miles, taking about 11h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Branson in Missouri and Houston in Texas.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Branson 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 Branson to Houston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 33min $57 - $71 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 29min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 52min $48–$89* Budget
Train ~10h 58min $72–$209* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Branson
36.64°N, 93.22°W
America/Chicago
244m 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 164 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 41 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 50.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM