College Station to Galveston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is College Station from Galveston?

The distance from College Station to Galveston is 129.9 miles (209 km) as the crow flies. Galveston is located SE of College Station. By car, the driving distance is approximately 162.4 miles, taking about 3h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. 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. 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 College Station and Galveston. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.