Drive Time
6h 6m
Distance
376.1 mi
605 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$57
one way
Photo: kingsley li
The drive from Abram, TX to Houston, TX covers 376.1 miles and takes about 6h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Cemetery Road, Military Road, North Abram Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $57.45 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
188 miles from Abram, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 3m into the drive .
Expect a 6h 6m drive with frequent turns across 376.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 6m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Abram, TX to Houston, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cemetery Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Military Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Abram Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Loop 374 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West US Business 83 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Inspiration Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Expressway 83 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 69C North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Abram, TX and Houston, TX.
Start on the route
At the end of the road, turn left onto Cemetery Road
Turn left onto Military Road
Continue on North Abram Road
Turn right onto West Loop 374
Continue on West US Business 83
Turn right onto North Inspiration Road
Turn slight left onto West Expressway 83
Take the ramp slight left
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward I 69C North, US 281: Edinburg
Continue straight
Continue straight
Keep slight right
Take the exit slight right
Continue straight
Turn right onto Cecilia Street
Turn left onto Old Kingsville Road
Turn slight right onto South Cameron Street
Turn right onto East Front Street
Continue on East Main Street
Take the exit slight right
Turn left onto North US Highway 77
Take the ramp slight left toward County Road 44
Merge slight left onto U.S. Highway 77
Merge slight left
Keep slight left
Continue straight
Take the exit slight right toward Sinton, Victoria
Turn slight right onto United States Highway 77
Keep slight left to continue on Spur 91
Merge slight left onto US Highway 59 South
Take the exit slight right
Continue on 59 Northbound Frontage Road
Continue straight
Continue on US 59 Northbound Frontage Road
Continue on Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
Take the ramp slight left toward I 69 North, US 59 North
Merge slight left onto Southwest Freeway
Keep slight left to continue on Richmond Avenue, Downtown via Louisiana Street
Take the exit slight right toward Downtown, Louisiana Street
Continue on Louisiana Street
Arrive at your destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 83 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 188 miles or 3h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Houston, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Abram, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Abram, TX
This is one driving day of about 376.1 miles and 6h 6m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 188 mi from Abram, TX · 3h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
188 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 83 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 188 miles from Abram, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Houston, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Houston, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$57.45 one way
$114.90 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $62.96 | $125.92 |
| premium | $4.59 | $67.98 | $135.96 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $83.56 | $167.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$57
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$82–$107
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 131.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 112.8 | 1 | $39.49 | $18.05 |
| Efficient EV | 94 | 1 | $32.91 | $15.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 150.4 | 1 | $52.65 | $24.07 |
Gas CO2
132 kg
EV CO2
44 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Abram on Sunday
Local time
3:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
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Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Houston on Sunday
Local time
3:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
74°F
Corpus Christi, TX
188 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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