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Trip from Cameron Park, TX to Houston, TX

Data updated 2 hours ago

Drive Time

7h 3m

Distance

351.6 mi

566 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$53

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
6h 52m ★
6 AM
7h 3m
8 AM
7h 26m
10 AM
7h 11m
12 PM
7h 9m
3 PM
7h 12m
5 PM
7h 25m
8 PM
6h 57m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

Embarking on a 351.6-mile journey from Cameron Park, TX, to Houston, TX, this drive is estimated to take approximately 7 hours and 3 minutes of pure travel time. Designed as a highway-focused experience, 94% of the route utilizes major roadways, making it an efficient trip. With a projected fuel cost of around $53 and planned stops, this route is well-suited for a single-day adventure, though you can certainly adjust the pace. You'll be traversing through the Great Plains region for both your departure and arrival points, maintaining a consistent landscape.

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

175.8 miles from Cameron Park, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 36m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This drive predominantly features a highway-focused profile, with a substantial 94% share on major roads. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 126.7 miles on U.S. Highway 77, offering a consistent pace. The primary arteries guiding you are U.S. Highway 77 and US Highway 59 South, suggesting a straightforward and largely uninterrupted travel experience. Expect a consistent cruising speed for the majority of your journey.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 38 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
U.S. Highway 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 126.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Highway 77 and US Highway 59 South. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near FM 1847 / Paredes Line Road.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 351.6 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: at 0.8 miles (FM 1847 / Paredes Line Road): Navigation decision point; at 130.3 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 149.6 miles (US 77): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 24 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0.8 mi into trip | ~3m in | FM 1847 / Paredes Line Road

At end of road, turn right onto FM 1847 / Paredes Line Road

Navigation decision point

5
130.3 mi into trip | ~2h 43m in

Turn sharp right

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

5
149.6 mi into trip | ~3h 5m in | US 77

Take the exit onto US 77 toward Sinton, Victoria

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Sinton, Victoria
8
348.8 mi into trip | ~6h 57m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Richmond Avenue, Downtown via Louisiana Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward Richmond Avenue, Downtown via Louisiana...
7
349.6 mi into trip | ~6h 58m in

Take the exit toward Downtown, Louisiana Street

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. Toward Downtown, Louisiana Street

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Cameron Park, TX and Houston, TX, road signs point toward Sinton and Victoria.

Sinton

149.6 mi in | ~3h 5m | via US 77

Victoria

149.6 mi in | ~3h 5m | via US 77

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
U.S. Highway 77 126.7 mi 2h 20m
US Highway 59 South 88.6 mi 1h 38m
US 77 37.6 mi 44m
United States Highway 77 33 mi 37m
Southwest Freeway 32.6 mi 37m
County Road 79 4 mi 15m
Paredes Line Road 3 mi 4m
Driscoll Bypass 2.3 mi 2m
Longest stretch: U.S. Highway 77 — 126.7 mi, about 2h 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cameron Park, TX and Houston, TX.

1

Start on Avenida Florencia

0.6 mi · 2 min · Avenida Florencia
2

Turn left onto Avenida Gregory

0.2 mi · 37 sec · Avenida Gregory
3

At end of road, turn right onto FM 1847

3.0 mi · 4 min · Paredes Line Road
4

Turn left onto FM 511

1.4 mi · 2 min · FM 511
5

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward TX 550 Toll North, TX 169 Toll North
6

Merge onto I 169; TX 550 Toll

2.1 mi · 2 min · Interstate 169
7

Merge onto I 69E; US 77; US 83

2.2 mi · 2 min · North Expressway
8

Continue on I 69E; US 77; US 83

102 mi · 1 hr 53 min · U.S. Highway 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 14 sec
10

Merge onto I 69E; US 77

1.2 mi · 1 min · I 69E; US 77
11

Continue on U.S. Highway 77

12 mi · 12 min · U.S. Highway 77
12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec
13

Turn straight onto US Highway 77 Frontage Road

485 ft · 17 sec · US Highway 77 Frontage Road
14

Turn right onto County Road 10

1.0 mi · 4 min · County Road 10
15

Turn left onto County Road 79

4.0 mi · 15 min · County Road 79
16

Turn left onto County Road 18

0.2 mi · 43 sec · County Road 18
17

Turn sharp right

1.1 mi · 2 min
18

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 57 sec
19

Merge onto US 77

2.3 mi · 2 min · Driscoll Bypass
20

Continue on US 77

13 mi · 14 min · U.S. Highway 77
21

Merge onto I 37; US 77; I 69E

1.4 mi · 1 min · I 37; US 77; I 69E
22

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 50 sec
23

Continue on I 37; US 77; I 69E

463 ft · 5 sec · I 37; US 77; I 69E
24

Take the exit onto US 77

38 mi · 44 min · US 77
Toward Sinton, Victoria
25

Turn slight right onto US 77

33 mi · 37 min · United States Highway 77
26

Keep slight left at fork onto Spur 91

1.5 mi · 1 min · Spur 91
27

Merge onto US 59

89 mi · 1 hr 38 min · US Highway 59 South
28

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec
29

Continue on 59 Northbound Frontage Road

1.6 mi · 2 min · 59 Northbound Frontage Road
30

Continue on this road

0.4 mi · 58 sec · this road
31

Continue on US 59 Northbound Frontage Road

2.0 mi · 4 min · US 59 Northbound Frontage Road
32

Continue on Southwest Freeway Frontage Road

1.3 mi · 2 min · Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
33

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward I 69 North, US 59 North
34

Merge onto I 69; US 59

33 mi · 37 min · Southwest Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35

Keep slight left at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min
Toward Richmond Avenue, Downtown via Louisiana Street Use the slight left lane.
36

Take the exit

155 ft · 3 sec
Toward Downtown, Louisiana Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37

Continue on Louisiana Street

1.9 mi · 4 min · Louisiana Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
38

Arrive at destination

Louisiana Street

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 7-hour drive, aim for an early morning departure from Cameron Park to maximize daylight and ensure you reach Houston with ample time. With only two recommended stops, you'll want to plan them strategically along the 351.6-mile route, perhaps around the halfway point to break up the longest stretch of 126.7 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer segments on U.S. Highway 77, as services can be spaced out. The fuel cost is estimated at $53, so budget accordingly.

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 175.8 miles from Cameron Park, TX, or about 3h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 126.7 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 32m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 175.8 miles or 3h 36m 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 46m

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 Cameron Park, 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 Cameron Park, TX

This is one driving day of about 351.6 miles and 7h 3m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cameron Park, 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 U.S. Highway 77 for about 126.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 175.8 mi from Cameron Park, TX · 3h 36m into the drive

city and county seat of Nueces County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Corpus Christi, TX

176 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.

Popular next leg

Corpus Christi, TX to Houston, TX

208.5 mi · 4h 8m

Pacing Suggestions

Edinburg, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Corpus Christi, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 175.8 miles from Cameron Park, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before U.S. Highway 77 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 126.7 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park

Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park

National Historical Park

On May 8, 1846, U.S. and Mexican troops clashed on the prairie of Palo Alto. The battle was the first in a two-year long war that changed the map of North America. Although the two countries have deve...

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
Padre Island National Seashore

Padre Island National Seashore

National Seashore

Protecting sixty-six miles of wild coastline along the Gulf of America, the narrow barrier island is home to one of the last intact coastal prairie habitats in the United States. Along the hypersaline...

27 mi from route ~67 min detour $25 near mile 84.9
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$53.13 one way

$106.26 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 123 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $58.15 $116.30
premium $4.54 $62.78 $125.55
diesel $5.61 $77.63 $155.26

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$53

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$78–$103

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 123 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 105.5 1 $36.92 $16.88
Efficient EV 87.9 1 $30.77 $14.06
EV Truck/SUV 140.6 1 $49.22 $22.50

Gas CO2

123 kg

EV CO2

41 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.

Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Cameron Park, TX

Night in Cameron Park on Tuesday

Local time

9:00 PM

CDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Houston, TX

Night in Houston on Tuesday

Local time

9:00 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

2 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

7h 3m 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 Cameron Park, TX to Houston, TX covers 351.6 miles and takes about 7h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are U.S. Highway 77, US Highway 59 South, US 77. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 175.8 miles from Cameron Park, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $53.13 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 24 significant decision points across 351.6 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: at 0.8 miles (FM 1847 / Paredes Line Road): Navigation decision point; at 130.3 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 149.6 miles (US 77): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Cameron Park, TX and Houston, TX, road signs point toward Sinton and Victoria.

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