Origin
Edinburg, TX
Afternoon in Edinburg on Sunday
Local time
3:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edinburg, TX to Houston, TX
Drive Time
6h 34m
Distance
339.1 mi
546 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 23m
★
6 AM
6h 35m
8 AM
6h 59m
10 AM
6h 43m
12 PM
6h 41m
3 PM
6h 44m
5 PM
6h 58m
8 PM
6h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edinburg, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Houston, TX
Trace Hudson
Trip Overview
Driving from Edinburg to Houston covers 337.5 miles and typically takes about 5 hours and 12 minutes. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight interstate shot, you should plan for a full day on the road. You can budget approximately $50 for fuel to complete this one-way trip. While both cities are located within the Great Plains region of Texas, the route requires significant navigation through local streets rather than cruising on high-speed highways. It is a manageable journey for a single day, provided you are prepared for frequent turns and slower local transit. This trip is best suited for travelers who prefer to avoid the monotony of major interstates in favor of a more hands-on driving experience.
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
169.6 miles from Edinburg, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a very different experience than the typical highway cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will spend your time navigating local roads like North 10th Avenue, West McIntyre Street, and North Closner Boulevard. Because the longest stretch is 0 miles on North 10th Avenue, you will be making constant adjustments and turns throughout the entire 337.5-mile journey. This turn-heavy profile demands your full attention behind the wheel, making it a much more active drive than a standard interstate commute. Be ready to stay engaged with your navigation tools, as the road personality remains local and technical from start to finish.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 37 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 69C is the longest continuous segment at about 93.2 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
203 ft
35 ft
Total Climb
236 ft
Total Descent
296 ft
Highest Point
203 ft
~98.9 mi in
Elevation Range
168 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69C and US Highway 59 South. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 281 Business; TX 107 / North 10th Avenue.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 339.1 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 (US 281 Business; TX 107 / North 10th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 281 Business / North Closner Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 137.1 miles (US 77): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 25 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 281 Business; TX 107 / North 10th Avenue
Turn right onto US 281 Business; TX 107 / North 10th Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 281 Business / North Closner Boulevard
Turn left onto US 281 Business / North Closner Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
137.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 37m in
|
US 77
Take the exit onto US 77 toward Sinton, Victoria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward Sinton, Victoria
8
336.3 mi into trip
|
~6h 28m 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
337.2 mi into trip
|
~6h 30m 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 Along This Route
Between Edinburg, TX and Houston, TX, road signs point toward County Road 44, Sinton and Victoria.
County Road 44
129.9 mi in
|
~2h 29m
Sinton
137.1 mi in
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~2h 37m
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via US 77
Victoria
137.1 mi in
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~2h 37m
|
via US 77
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69C | 93.2 mi | 1h 40m |
| 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 |
| East Main Street | 26.2 mi | 30m |
| U.S. Highway 77 | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| North Closner Boulevard | 3.3 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 69C
— 93.2 mi, about 1h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edinburg, TX and Houston, TX.
1
Start on this road
191 ft
·
16 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto US 281 Business; TX 107
186 ft
·
7 sec
·
North 10th Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 281 Business; TX 107
377 ft
·
13 sec
·
West McIntyre Street
4
Turn left onto US 281 Business
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
North Closner Boulevard
Use the none lane.
5
Turn straight onto North Expressway 281
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Expressway 281
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 69C North, US 281 North
7
Merge onto I 69C; US 281
68 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
I 69C; US 281
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69C; US 281
25 mi
·
28 min
·
I 69C; US 281
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
10
Continue on US 281 Business
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
US 281 Business
11
Turn right onto FM 1352
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Cecilia Street
12
Turn left onto FM 665
345 ft
·
7 sec
·
Old Kingsville Road
13
Turn slight right onto FM 665
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Cameron Street
14
Turn right onto TX 44; TX 359
452 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Front Street
15
Continue on TX 44; TX 359
26 mi
·
30 min
·
East Main Street
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the exit onto TX 44
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
TX 44
17
Turn left onto North US Highway 77
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North US Highway 77
Use the left lane.
18
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward County Road 44
19
Merge onto I 69E; US 77
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
U.S. Highway 77
20
Merge onto I 37; US 77; I 69E
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 37; US 77; I 69E
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
50 sec
22
Continue on I 37; US 77; I 69E
463 ft
·
5 sec
·
I 37; US 77; I 69E
23
Take the exit onto US 77
38 mi
·
44 min
·
US 77
Toward Sinton, Victoria
Use the none lane.
24
Turn slight right onto US 77
33 mi
·
37 min
·
United States Highway 77
Use the none lane.
25
Keep slight left at fork onto Spur 91
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Spur 91
26
Merge onto US 59
89 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
US Highway 59 South
Use the none lane.
27
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
28
Continue on 59 Northbound Frontage Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
59 Northbound Frontage Road
29
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
this road
30
Continue on US 59 Northbound Frontage Road
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
US 59 Northbound Frontage Road
31
Continue on Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
32
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 69 North, US 59 North
33
Merge onto I 69; US 59
33 mi
·
37 min
·
Southwest Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
34
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward Richmond Avenue, Downtown via Louisiana Street
Use the slight left lane.
35
Take the exit
155 ft
·
3 sec
Toward Downtown, Louisiana Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Continue on Louisiana Street
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Louisiana Street
Use the straight / left / none lanes.
37
Arrive at destination
Louisiana Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 5-hour and 12-minute trip, aim to depart early in the morning to beat local congestion. Since this route includes only one planned stop, use your break wisely to refuel and stretch your legs, as the constant turning can be tiring over such a long distance. With a $50 fuel budget in mind, keep an eye on your gauge during the local stretches where idling or stop-and-go traffic might impact your efficiency. Flexibility is your greatest advantage here, so don't be afraid to adjust your pace if you encounter heavy traffic on the local avenues. Prioritize steady driving over speed to navigate the technical sections comfortably.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 169.6 miles from Edinburg, TX, or about 3h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.2 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 169.6 miles or 3h 15m 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 18m
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 Edinburg, 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 Edinburg, TX
This is one driving day of about 339.1 miles and 6h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Edinburg, 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 69C for about 93.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 169.6 mi from Edinburg, TX · 3h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
170 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 169.6 miles from Edinburg, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69C if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 93.2 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$51.80 one way
$103.60 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
119 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $56.77 | $113.53 |
| premium | $4.59 | $61.29 | $122.58 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $75.34 | $150.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$52
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 118.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 101.7 | 1 | $35.61 | $16.28 |
| Efficient EV | 84.8 | 0 | $29.67 | $13.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 135.6 | 1 | $47.47 | $21.70 |
Gas CO2
119 kg
EV CO2
40 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
Afternoon in Houston on Sunday
Local time
3:27 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
3 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
6h 34m 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 Edinburg, TX to Houston, TX covers 339.1 miles and takes about 6h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69C, 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 169.6 miles from Edinburg, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $51.80 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 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 25 significant decision points across 339.1 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 (US 281 Business; TX 107 / North 10th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 281 Business / North Closner Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 137.1 miles (US 77): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Edinburg, TX and Houston, TX, road signs point toward County Road 44, Sinton and Victoria.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 35 ft to 203 ft elevation with about 236 ft of total climbing.
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