Origin
Bartonville, TX
Night in Bartonville on Tuesday
Local time
9:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bartonville, TX to Houston, TX
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 58m
Distance
271.8 mi
437 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 45m
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6 AM
4h 58m
8 AM
5h 25m
10 AM
5h 8m
12 PM
5h 5m
3 PM
5h 9m
5 PM
5h 24m
8 PM
4h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bartonville, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Houston, TX
Trace Hudson
Trip Overview
The drive from Bartonville, TX to Houston, TX covers 271.8 miles and takes about 4h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Julius Schepps Freeway, North Stemmons Freeway, Justin Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 237.2 miles on Julius Schepps Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $41.07 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
135.9 miles from Bartonville, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 33m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 4h 58m highway drive covering 271.8 miles, with most of the trip on Julius Schepps Freeway and North Stemmons Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 237.2 miles on Julius Schepps Freeway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Julius Schepps Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 237.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Julius Schepps Freeway and North Stemmons Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near FM 407 / Justin Road.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 271.8 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 0.3 miles (FM 407 / Justin Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 31.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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FM 407 / Justin Road
Turn right onto FM 407 / Justin Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
31.3 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward Continental Avenue, Commerce Street West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 429B
Toward Continental Avenue, Commerce Street West
7
32.8 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 45 South: Houston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 45 South: Houston
7
270.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 54m 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
271 mi into trip
|
~4h 55m 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 Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bartonville, TX to Houston, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Commerce Street West along the way.
Commerce Street West
31.3 mi in
|
~41m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Julius Schepps Freeway | 237.2 mi | 4h 9m |
| North Stemmons Freeway | 24.7 mi | 29m |
| Justin Road | 6.3 mi | 11m |
| Woodall Rodgers Freeway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Milam Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Continental Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Jeter Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| McKinney Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Julius Schepps Freeway
— 237.2 mi, about 4h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bartonville, TX and Houston, TX.
1
Start on this road
55 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto McMakin Road
257 ft
·
12 sec
·
McMakin Road
3
Turn right onto East Jeter Road
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
East Jeter Road
4
Turn right onto FM 407
6.3 mi
·
11 min
·
Justin Road
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto North Stemmons Freeway
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North Stemmons Freeway
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 35E South, US 77 South
7
Merge onto I 35E
15 mi
·
16 min
·
North Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35E
8.3 mi
·
10 min
·
North Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 429B
Toward Continental Avenue, Commerce Street West
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto North Stemmons Freeway
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Stemmons Freeway
11
Turn left onto Continental Avenue
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Continental Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Turn left onto McKinney Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
McKinney Avenue
13
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 75 North
14
Merge onto Spur 366
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Woodall Rodgers Freeway
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 45 South: Houston
Use the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto I 45
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Julius Schepps Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 45
234 mi
·
4 hr 5 min
·
Julius Schepps Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on I 45
271 ft
·
3 sec
·
Gulf Freeway
Use the left / straight lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 48A
Toward I 10 East: Beaumont
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward Milam Street
Use the slight left lane.
21
Continue on Milam Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Milam Street
22
Turn right onto Prairie Street
328 ft
·
13 sec
·
Prairie Street
23
Turn right onto Louisiana Street
516 ft
·
16 sec
·
Louisiana Street
24
Arrive at destination
Louisiana Street
Trip Plan
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 135.9 miles from Bartonville, TX, or about 2h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 237.2 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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 135.9 miles or 2h 33m 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 4m
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 Bartonville, 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 Bartonville, TX
This is one driving day of about 271.8 miles and 4h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bartonville, 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 Julius Schepps Freeway for about 237.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 135.9 mi from Bartonville, TX · 2h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
136 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 135.9 miles from Bartonville, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Julius Schepps Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 237.2 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
$41.07 one way
$82.14 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
95 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $44.95 | $89.91 |
| premium | $4.54 | $48.53 | $97.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $60.01 | $120.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 81.5 | 1 | $28.54 | $13.05 |
| Efficient EV | 68 | 0 | $23.78 | $10.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 108.7 | 1 | $38.05 | $17.40 |
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 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.
Destination
Houston, TX
Night in Houston on Tuesday
Local time
9:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
7 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
4h 58m 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 Bartonville, TX to Houston, TX covers 271.8 miles and takes about 4h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Julius Schepps Freeway, North Stemmons Freeway, Justin Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 135.9 miles from Bartonville, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.07 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 19 significant decision points across 271.8 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 0.3 miles (FM 407 / Justin Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 31.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Bartonville, TX to Houston, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Commerce Street West along the way.
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