Origin
Burleson, TX
Afternoon in Burleson on Sunday
Local time
1:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burleson, TX to Houston, TX
Drive Time
4h 35m
Distance
248 mi
399 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
Photo: Trace Hudson
Trip Overview
Traveling from Burleson to Houston covers 252.8 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 48 minutes of driving time. Because this route is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straightforward interstate sprint, it functions best as a single-day journey. You should budget approximately $38 for fuel to complete the trip. Since both your start and end points are located within the Great Plains region of Texas, the landscape remains consistent throughout your transit. It is a practical, manageable trip that offers plenty of flexibility for those who prefer local roads over high-speed highway travel.
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
124 miles from Burleson, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a technical driving experience as you navigate your way out of Burleson, relying on local thoroughfares like East Ellison Street, South Commerce Street, and West Renfro Street. With a highway share of 0%, this route lacks the monotonous, high-speed stretches found on major interstates. The absence of long, uninterrupted highway segments means you will spend your time managing turns and navigating local infrastructure. Because the longest stretch of road is limited to 0 miles on East Ellison Street, you should prepare for a drive that requires your full attention at the wheel. The personality of this route is defined by its localized nature rather than long-distance cruising.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 40 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35W is the longest continuous segment at about 68 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35W and East State Highway 6. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Commerce Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 248 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 (South Commerce Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Spur 50 / West Renfro Street): Navigation decision point; at 70.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South Commerce Street
Turn left onto South Commerce Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Spur 50 / West Renfro Street
Turn right onto Spur 50 / West Renfro Street
Navigation decision point
7
70.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward US 77 Business: Elm Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 337
Toward US 77 Business: Elm Avenue
7
246.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 32m 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
247.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 33m 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 Burleson, TX to Houston, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Spur 515: Conroe along the way.
Spur 515: Conroe
181.3 mi in
|
~3h 12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35W | 68 mi | 1h 9m |
| East State Highway 6 | 46.6 mi | 46m |
| North Earl Rudder Freeway | 30.1 mi | 31m |
| Aggie Expressway | 24.7 mi | 27m |
| South State Highway 6 | 13.7 mi | 14m |
| Tomball Parkway | 12.6 mi | 16m |
| North Freeway | 7.4 mi | 9m |
| Tomball Tollway | 7 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
I 35W
— 68 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burleson, TX and Houston, TX.
1
Start on East Ellison Street
48 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Ellison Street
2
Continue on East Ellison Street
174 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Ellison Street
3
Turn left onto South Commerce Street
315 ft
·
15 sec
·
South Commerce Street
4
Turn right onto Spur 50
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
West Renfro Street
5
Turn right onto South Burleson Boulevard
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
South Burleson Boulevard
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 35 South
7
Merge onto I 35W
68 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
I 35W
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 35; US 77
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
North Jack Kultgen Expressway
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 337
Toward US 77 Business: Elm Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto North Jack Kultgen Expressway
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
North Jack Kultgen Expressway
11
Turn left onto US 77 Bus
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Loop Drive
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on Loop 484
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Marlin Highway
13
Continue on TX 6
9.1 mi
·
9 min
·
East State Highway 6
14
Continue on TX 6
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Memorial Street
15
Continue on TX 6
37 mi
·
37 min
·
East State Highway 6
16
Continue on TX 6
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
17
Continue on TX 6
6.2 mi
·
6 min
·
North State Highway 6
18
Continue on US 79; TX 6
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Market Street
19
Continue on US 190; TX 6
14 mi
·
14 min
·
South State Highway 6
20
Continue on US 190; TX 6
30 mi
·
31 min
·
North Earl Rudder Freeway
21
Continue on TX 6
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 6
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward East TX 105, Spur 515: Conroe
23
Turn straight onto TX 105
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
State Highway 6
24
Turn left onto TX 105
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 105
25
Turn straight onto TX 249
25 mi
·
27 min
·
Aggie Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
26
Continue on TX 249 Toll
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
MCTRA 249 Tollway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
27
Continue on TBT
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Tomball Tollway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
28
Continue on TX 249
13 mi
·
16 min
·
Tomball Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
29
Continue on TX 249
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
West Mount Houston Road
Use the none lane.
30
Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Drive
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Veterans Memorial Drive
Use the none lane.
31
Continue on North Freeway Frontage Road
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
North Freeway Frontage Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
32
Take the ramp
453 ft
·
11 sec
Toward I 45 South
33
Merge onto I 45
7.4 mi
·
9 min
·
North Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
34
Continue on I 45
271 ft
·
3 sec
·
Gulf Freeway
Use the left / straight lanes.
35
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 48A
Toward I 10 East: Beaumont
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
36
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward Milam Street
Use the slight left lane.
37
Continue on Milam Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Milam Street
Use the none lane.
38
Turn right onto Prairie Street
328 ft
·
13 sec
·
Prairie Street
39
Turn right onto Louisiana Street
516 ft
·
16 sec
·
Louisiana Street
40
Arrive at destination
Louisiana Street
Trip Plan
Since you are relying on local roads, plan for a steady pace and anticipate that your travel time may fluctuate based on local traffic conditions. Aim to depart early in the day to give yourself a buffer, allowing for your one planned stop without feeling rushed. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $38 estimated cost assumes a consistent drive; having extra cash or a card ready for a mid-trip fill-up is a smart precaution. Because there are no long, straight highway stretches, make sure your vehicle’s handling is ready for frequent turns. Being flexible with your schedule is your biggest advantage on this route, so take your time and enjoy the local scenery as you move through the Great Plains.
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 124 miles from Burleson, TX, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68 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 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 124 miles or 2h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Houston, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Burleson, 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 Burleson, TX
This is one driving day of about 248 miles and 4h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Burleson, 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 35W for about 68 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 124 mi from Burleson, TX · 2h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
124 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 124 miles from Burleson, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 35W if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.88 one way
$75.77 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
87 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $41.52 | $83.03 |
| premium | $4.59 | $44.83 | $89.65 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $55.10 | $110.19 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.74
Tomball Tollway
(7 mi)
$0.49
MCTRA 249 Tollway
(3.6 mi)
$0.25
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 74.4 | 0 | $26.04 | $11.90 |
| Efficient EV | 62 | 0 | $21.70 | $9.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 99.2 | 1 | $34.72 | $15.87 |
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
1:14 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
12 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 35m 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 Burleson, TX to Houston, TX covers 248 miles and takes about 4h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 35W, East State Highway 6, North Earl Rudder Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 124 miles from Burleson, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.88 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 17 significant decision points across 248 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 (South Commerce Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Spur 50 / West Renfro Street): Navigation decision point; at 70.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Burleson, TX to Houston, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Spur 515: Conroe along the way.
Was this route helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Houston, TX
More trips to Houston, TX
Explore more options from Burleson, TX or browse trips ending in Houston, TX.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse TX road trips.
Explore maps for Burleson, TX or Houston, TX on MapSof.net.