Houma to Houston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Houma from Houston?

The distance from Houma to Houston is 279.4 miles (449.6 km) as the crow flies. Houston is located W of Houma. By car, the driving distance is approximately 320.2 miles, taking about 6h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Houma in Louisiana and Houston in Texas.

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. 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 Houma 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.