Houston to Midland, Texas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Houston from Midland, Texas?

The distance from Houston to Midland, Texas is 426.6 miles (686.6 km) as the crow flies. Midland, Texas is located WNW of Houston. By car, the driving distance is approximately 476.3 miles, taking about 9h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Houston and Midland, Texas. 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.