New Braunfels to Texas City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

194.9 miles 313.7 km · straight line
243.6 miles estimated 392.1 km · driving distance
4h 54min estimated drive time
$23 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
96° E bearing direction

How far is New Braunfels from Texas City?

The distance from New Braunfels to Texas City is 194.9 miles (313.7 km) as the crow flies. Texas City is located E of New Braunfels. By car, the driving distance is approximately 243.6 miles, taking about 4h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. 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. 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 New Braunfels and Texas City. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from New Braunfels to Texas City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 54min $23 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 53min $19–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 39min $29–$85* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between New Braunfels & Texas City

Quick Facts

New Braunfels
29.70°N, 98.12°W
America/Chicago
192m elevation
Texas City
29.38°N, 94.90°W
America/Chicago
3m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 65 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 127.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients