Origin
Annetta, TX
Afternoon in Annetta on Sunday
Local time
3:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Annetta, TX to Houston, TX
Drive Time
5h 5m
Distance
282.4 mi
454 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 52m
★
6 AM
5h 6m
8 AM
5h 33m
10 AM
5h 15m
12 PM
5h 12m
3 PM
5h 16m
5 PM
5h 31m
8 PM
4h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Annetta, TX
Action Construction Equipment Ltd. - ACE
Houston, TX
Trace Hudson
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Annetta to Houston, expect a journey covering 283.1 miles that typically takes about 4 hours and 25 minutes. Because this is a relatively straightforward trek within the Great Plains, it is perfectly feasible as a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $42 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating this route involves a mix of local roads like FM 5 and Annetta Road before transitioning onto Interstate 20. It serves as a practical connection between these two Texas locations, offering a direct path for those looking to reach their destination without unnecessary complexity.
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
141.2 miles from Annetta, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route requires you to navigate FM 5 and Annetta Road, which account for a significant portion of the journey. You will find that the highway share is 0%, meaning you are primarily dealing with local thoroughfares rather than high-speed lanes. There is no long, uninterrupted stretch to relax on, as the longest segment on FM 5 is 0 miles. Expect a technical driving experience that keeps you engaged as you transition through the regional landscape.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 45 is the longest continuous segment at about 198.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 45 and US 287. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in near East Interstate 20.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 282.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles (East Interstate 20): Navigation decision point; at 8.5 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.1 miles (US 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.8 mi into trip
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~5m in
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East Interstate 20
At end of road, turn right onto East Interstate 20
Navigation decision point
8
8.5 mi into trip
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~11m in
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I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway toward I 20 East: Dallas, Shreveport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 20 East: Dallas, Shreveport
9
31.1 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
US 287
Keep slight right at fork onto US 287 toward US 287 South: Little Road, Waxahachie
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 444
Toward US 287 South: Little Road, Waxahachie
7
281.2 mi into trip
|
~5h 2m in
Take the exit toward I 10 East: Beaumont
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 48A
Toward I 10 East: Beaumont
7
281.6 mi into trip
|
~5h 3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Milam Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Milam Street
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Annetta, TX to Houston, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Waxahachie along the way.
Waxahachie
31.1 mi in
|
~35m
|
via US 287
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 45 | 198.8 mi | 3h 28m |
| US 287 | 50.7 mi | 56m |
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway | 22.6 mi | 24m |
| I 20 | 5.4 mi | 5m |
| West FM 5 | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Annetta Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North O'Neal Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Milam Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 45
— 198.8 mi, about 3h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Annetta, TX and Houston, TX.
1
Start on FM 5
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North O'Neal Avenue
2
Continue on FM 5
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West FM 5
3
Continue on FM 5
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Annetta Road
4
Turn right
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
5
At end of road, turn right onto East Interstate 20
241 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Interstate 20
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 20 East: Fort Worth
7
Merge onto I 20
5.4 mi
·
5 min
·
I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 20
23 mi
·
24 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Toward I 20 East: Dallas, Shreveport
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 287
51 mi
·
56 min
·
US 287
Exit 444
Toward US 287 South: Little Road, Waxahachie
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 45 South: Corsicana
11
Merge onto I 45; US 287
199 mi
·
3 hr 28 min
·
I 45; US 287
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 45
271 ft
·
3 sec
·
Gulf Freeway
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 48A
Toward I 10 East: Beaumont
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward Milam Street
Use the slight left lane.
15
Continue on Milam Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Milam Street
16
Turn right onto Prairie Street
328 ft
·
13 sec
·
Prairie Street
17
Turn right onto Louisiana Street
516 ft
·
16 sec
·
Louisiana Street
18
Arrive at destination
Louisiana Street
Trip Plan
Since the trip takes just over four hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule, though planning for at least one stop is recommended to break up the drive. Aim to depart early in the day to navigate the local road sections while visibility is at its best. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will hover around $42, so topping off your tank before you leave Annetta is a smart way to manage your budget. Because the route is heavy on turns and local roads, stay alert for changing speed limits and intersections that require more focus than a standard highway drive. This practical approach ensures you reach Houston feeling refreshed rather than fatigued.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 141.2 miles from Annetta, TX, or about 2h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 198.8 miles.
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 80 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 141.2 miles or 2h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Houston, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Annetta, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Annetta, TX
This is one driving day of about 282.4 miles and 5h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Annetta, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 45 for about 198.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 141.2 mi from Annetta, TX · 2h 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
141 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 141.2 miles from Annetta, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 45 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 198.8 miles.
Arriving in Houston, TX
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$43.14 one way
$86.28 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
99 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $47.27 | $94.55 |
| premium | $4.59 | $51.04 | $102.09 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $62.74 | $125.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 98.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 84.7 | 1 | $29.65 | $13.56 |
| Efficient EV | 70.6 | 0 | $24.71 | $11.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 113 | 1 | $39.54 | $18.07 |
Gas CO2
99 kg
EV CO2
33 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.
Destination
Houston, TX
Afternoon in Houston on Sunday
Local time
3:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Mesquite, TX
141 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
8 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 5m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Annetta, TX to Houston, TX covers 282.4 miles and takes about 5h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 45, US 287, Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 141.2 miles from Annetta, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $43.14 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 282.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles (East Interstate 20): Navigation decision point; at 8.5 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.1 miles (US 287): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Annetta, TX to Houston, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Waxahachie along the way.
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