Houston to Texarkana, Texas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

264.9 miles 426.3 km · straight line
290.1 miles actual route 466.8 km · driving distance
5h 29min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
17° NNE bearing direction

How far is Houston from Texarkana, Texas?

The distance from Houston to Texarkana, Texas is 264.9 miles (426.3 km) as the crow flies. Texarkana, Texas is located NNE of Houston. By car, the driving distance is approximately 290.1 miles, taking about 5h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Houston and Texarkana, 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.

How to Get from Houston to Texarkana, Texas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 29min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 35min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 13min $35–$102* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Houston & Texarkana, Texas

Quick Facts

Houston
29.76°N, 95.37°W
America/Chicago
15m elevation
Texarkana, Texas
33.43°N, 94.05°W
America/Chicago
91m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM