The drive from Anson, TX to Houston, TX covers 406.6 miles and takes about 7h 30m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Texas State Highway 71, US 183, US 83 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 137 miles on Texas State Highway 71.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $61.44 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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
203.3 miles from Anson, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 49m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 30m. Total distance: 406.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 30m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
This is a 7h 30m highway drive covering 406.6 miles, with most of the trip on Texas State Highway 71 and US 183. The longest continuous stretch is about 137 miles on Texas State Highway 71.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Texas State Highway 71 is the longest continuous segment at about 137 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Texas State Highway 71 and US 183. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 11th Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 406.6 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: near the start (11th Street): Navigation decision point; at 213.7 miles (183A Toll / 183A Toll Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 249.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|11th Street
Turn left onto 11th Street
Navigation decision point
6
213.7 mi into trip|~4h in|183A Toll / 183A Toll Road
Keep slight left at fork onto 183A Toll / 183A Toll Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
249.5 mi into trip|~4h 39m in
Take the exit toward TX 71 East: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward TX 71 East: Austin-Bergstrom Internation...
6
391.6 mi into trip|~7h 10m in
Take the exit toward I 10 Toll: Katy Tollway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 10 Toll: Katy Tollway
8
406 mi into trip|~7h 28m in
Take the exit toward Downtown, Theatre District
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 769A
Toward Downtown, Theatre District
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Anson, TX to Houston, TX, road signs begin pointing toward 71 Toll East along the way.
71 Toll East
252.2 mi in|~4h 42m|via 71 Toll
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Texas State Highway 71
137 mi
2h 25m
US 183
51.8 mi
57m
US 83
42.2 mi
47m
South US Highway 183
35.3 mi
38m
Commercial Avenue
32.5 mi
35m
US Highway 84 East
29.2 mi
33m
US 67
21.5 mi
24m
183A Toll Road
14.3 mi
14m
Longest stretch:
Texas State Highway 71
— 137 mi, about 2h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anson, TX and Houston, TX.
1
Start on this road
170 ft·13 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto 11th Street
136 ft·6 sec·11th Street
3
Turn left onto US 83; US 277
0.1 mi·10 sec·West Court Plaza
4
Turn slight right onto US 83; US 277
32 mi·35 min·Commercial Avenue
5
Continue on US 83; US 84
42 mi·47 min·US 83; US 84
6
Continue on US 84; US 283; TX 206
0.6 mi·46 sec·US 84; US 283; TX 206
7
Turn left onto US 84; US 283
11 mi·12 min·US 84; US 283
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 67; US 84
21 mi·24 min·US 67; US 84
9
Turn right onto US 84; US 183
1.3 mi·1 min·Garmon Drive
10
Continue on US 84; US 183
29 mi·33 min·US Highway 84 East
11
Turn right onto US 183; TX 16
22 mi·25 min·US 183; TX 16
12
Continue on US 183; US 190
15 mi·15 min·US 183; US 190
13
Merge onto US 183; US 190; US 281
260 ft·4 sec·North US Highway 281
14
Continue on US 183; US 190; US 281
2.3 mi·4 min·North Key Avenue
15
Continue on US 183
35 mi·38 min·South US Highway 183
16
Continue on this road
0.4 mi·29 sec·this road
17
Keep slight left at fork onto 183A Toll
14 mi·14 min·183A Toll Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on US 183
15 mi·17 min·US 183
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on 183 Toll
6.3 mi·6 min·Bergstrom Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on US 183
0.4 mi·26 sec·Bastrop Highway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward TX 71 East: Austin-Bergstrom International AirportUse the slight left / straight lanes.
22
Continue on TX 71
2.2 mi·2 min·East State Highway 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Turn straight onto 71 Toll
1.9 mi·2 min·Bastrop Freeway
Toward 71 Toll East, TX 45 Toll North, TX 130 Toll NorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Continue on TX 71
0.5 mi·29 sec·East State Highway 71
25
Continue on TX 71
137 mi·2 hr 25 min·Texas State Highway 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.3 mi·22 sec
Toward I 10 Toll: Katy TollwayUse the slight left lane.
27
Merge onto I 10 Toll
3.2 mi·4 min·Katy Tollway
28
Take the exit
0.2 mi·15 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Merge onto I 10; US 90
11 mi·13 min·Katy Freeway
Use the slight left lane.
30
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Exit 769AToward Downtown, Theatre DistrictUse the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Continue on Smith Street
0.1 mi·29 sec·Smith Street
32
Turn left onto Preston Street
331 ft·16 sec·Preston Street
33
Turn left onto Louisiana Street
179 ft·5 sec·Louisiana Street
34
Arrive at destination
Louisiana Street
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 203.3 miles from Anson, TX, or about 3h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 137 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 89 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 203.3 miles or 3h 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 22m
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 Anson, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Anson, TX
This is one driving day of about 406.6 miles and 7h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 89 miles from Anson, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Texas State Highway 71 for about 137 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 203.3 mi from Anson, TX
· 3h 49m into the drive
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $43 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
122
1
$42.69
$19.52
Efficient EV
101.7
1
$35.58
$16.26
EV Truck/SUV
162.6
2
$56.92
$26.02
Gas CO2
142 kg
EV CO2
48 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Anson, TX
Night
in Anson on Thursday
Local time
11:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Houston, TX
Night
in Houston on Thursday
Local time
11:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Partly Cloudy
S 5 to 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 16 at 8:59PM CDT until April 17 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 16 at 8:56PM CDT until April 17 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX
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
9 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
7h 30m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Anson, TX to Houston, TX covers 406.6 miles and takes about 7h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Texas State Highway 71, US 183, US 83. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 203.3 miles from Anson, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $61.44 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks 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 15 significant decision points across 406.6 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: near the start (11th Street): Navigation decision point; at 213.7 miles (183A Toll / 183A Toll Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 249.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Anson, TX to Houston, TX, road signs begin pointing toward 71 Toll East along the way.
