Houston to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Houston from Washington DC?
The distance from Houston to Washington DC is 1218.6 miles (1961.1 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located NE of Houston. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1409.1 miles, taking about 25h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 57min. Both are located in United States — Houston in Texas and Washington DC in District of Columbia.
This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.
Coordinates come from public place data for Houston and Washington DC. 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 Washington DC
Suggested Stops Between Houston & Washington DC
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 406 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 102 hours
- You could travel this distance about 20.4 times to circle the Earth's equator