Houston to Temple: Road Trip Guide & Distance

149.5 miles 240.6 km · straight line
172 miles actual route 276.8 km · driving distance
3h 24min estimated drive time
$17 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
309° NW bearing direction

How far is Houston from Temple?

The distance from Houston to Temple is 149.5 miles (240.6 km) as the crow flies. Temple is located NW of Houston. By car, the driving distance is approximately 172 miles, taking about 3h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. 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 Temple. 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 Temple

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 24min $17 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 5min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 14min $21–$60* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Houston & Temple

Quick Facts

Houston
29.76°N, 95.37°W
America/Chicago
15m elevation
Temple
31.10°N, 97.34°W
America/Chicago
219m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 166.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM