Brownsville to Houston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

296.6 miles 477.3 km · straight line
354.1 miles actual route 569.8 km · driving distance
7h 4min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
26° NNE bearing direction

How far is Brownsville from Houston?

The distance from Brownsville to Houston is 296.6 miles (477.3 km) as the crow flies. Houston is located NNE of Brownsville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 354.1 miles, taking about 7h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Brownsville 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 Brownsville to Houston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 4min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 29min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 43min $42–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Brownsville & Houston

Quick Facts

Brownsville
25.90°N, 97.50°W
America/Chicago
10m 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 99 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 84 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM