Denton to Houston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

260.3 miles 418.9 km · straight line
277.9 miles actual route 447.3 km · driving distance
5h 0min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
156° SSE bearing direction

How far is Denton from Houston?

The distance from Denton to Houston is 260.3 miles (418.9 km) as the crow flies. Houston is located SSE of Denton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 277.9 miles, taking about 5h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. 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 Denton 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 Denton to Houston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 0min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 0min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~4h 45min $33–$97* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

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

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Quick Facts

Denton
33.21°N, 97.13°W
America/Chicago
201m 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 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM