Flower Mound to Houston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

246.8 miles 397.2 km · straight line
266.4 miles actual route 428.7 km · driving distance
4h 51min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
155° SSE bearing direction

How far is Flower Mound from Houston?

The distance from Flower Mound to Houston is 246.8 miles (397.2 km) as the crow flies. Houston is located SSE of Flower Mound. By car, the driving distance is approximately 266.4 miles, taking about 4h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. 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 Flower Mound 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 Flower Mound to Houston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 51min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 49min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~4h 36min $32–$93* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Flower Mound & Houston

Quick Facts

Flower Mound
33.01°N, 97.10°W
America/Chicago
184m 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 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM