Edinburg to Houston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

293.5 miles 472.3 km · straight line
338.9 miles actual route 545.4 km · driving distance
6h 34min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
35° NE bearing direction

How far is Edinburg from Houston?

The distance from Edinburg to Houston is 293.5 miles (472.3 km) as the crow flies. Houston is located NE of Edinburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 338.9 miles, taking about 6h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. 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 Edinburg 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 Edinburg to Houston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 34min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 53min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 14min $41–$119* 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

Edinburg
26.30°N, 98.16°W
America/Chicago
30m 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 98 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 84.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM