Fort Worth to Houston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

237.1 miles 381.6 km · straight line
261.6 miles actual route 421 km · driving distance
4h 43min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
150° SSE bearing direction

How far is Fort Worth from Houston?

The distance from Fort Worth to Houston is 237.1 miles (381.6 km) as the crow flies. Houston is located SSE of Fort Worth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 261.6 miles, taking about 4h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. 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 Fort Worth 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 Fort Worth to Houston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 43min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 40min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 29min $31–$92* 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

Fort Worth
32.76°N, 97.33°W
America/Chicago
203m 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 79 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 105 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM