Houston to Taylor: Road Trip Guide & Distance

134.1 miles 215.8 km · straight line
154.7 miles actual route 249 km · driving distance
3h 3min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
295° WNW bearing direction

How far is Houston from Taylor?

The distance from Houston to Taylor is 134.1 miles (215.8 km) as the crow flies. Taylor is located WNW of Houston. By car, the driving distance is approximately 154.7 miles, taking about 3h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. 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. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Houston and Taylor. 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 Houston to Taylor

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 3min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 40min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 54min $19–$54* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Houston & Taylor

Quick Facts

Houston
29.76°N, 95.37°W
America/Chicago
15m elevation
Taylor
30.57°N, 97.41°W
America/Chicago
172m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 45 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 185.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM