Franklin, Tennessee to Houston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

651.4 miles 1048.3 km · straight line
774.4 miles actual route 1246.3 km · driving distance
14h 4min estimated drive time
$75 - $92 estimated fuel cost
~1h 49min flight time
232° SW bearing direction

How far is Franklin, Tennessee from Houston?

The distance from Franklin, Tennessee to Houston is 651.4 miles (1048.3 km) as the crow flies. Houston is located SW of Franklin, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 774.4 miles, taking about 14h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 49min. Both are located in United States — Franklin, Tennessee in Tennessee and Houston in Texas.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Franklin, Tennessee 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 Franklin, Tennessee to Houston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 4min $75 - $92 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 53min $62–$116* Budget
Train ~18h 17min $93–$271* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Franklin, Tennessee & Houston

Quick Facts

Franklin, Tennessee
35.93°N, 86.87°W
America/Chicago
196m 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 217 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 54 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 38.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM