Origin
Eidson Road, TX
Afternoon in Eidson Road on Monday
Local time
3:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eidson Road, TX to Houston, TX
Drive Time
6h 8m
Distance
338.3 mi
544 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
5h 55m
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6 AM
6h 8m
8 AM
6h 34m
10 AM
6h 17m
12 PM
6h 14m
3 PM
6h 18m
5 PM
6h 32m
8 PM
6h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Houston, TX
Trace Hudson
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Eidson Road to Houston, expect a 340.6-mile journey that typically takes about 5 hours and 25 minutes. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive, it is best suited as a single-day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You should budget approximately $51 for fuel to cover the distance. Both your starting point and your destination sit within the Great Plains region of Texas, ensuring a consistent geographic feel throughout the trek. Given the nature of the roads, you will want to stay alert behind the wheel for the duration of the trip.
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
169.2 miles from Eidson Road, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 4m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a technical experience, as this route relies entirely on local roads like Madrid, Balcones Boulevard, and Mikulinsk Road rather than major interstates. With 0% of the drive on highways, you will navigate constant turns rather than settling into a monotonous cruise. There is no long-distance relief here, as the longest stretch is 0 miles on Madrid, meaning you will be making frequent adjustments to your steering. This is an active, hands-on driving experience that demands your full attention as you transition between these specific local thoroughfares.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Madrid is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 8m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Eidson Road, TX to Houston, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Madrid | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Balcones Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Mikulinsk Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lago Vista Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Calle Potro | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Eidson Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Truck Route | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| El Indio Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Madrid
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eidson Road, TX and Houston, TX.
1
Start on Zaragoza Street
102 ft
·
7 sec
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Zaragoza Street
2
Turn left onto Madrid
295 ft
·
14 sec
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Madrid
3
Turn right onto Balcones Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Balcones Boulevard
4
Continue on Mikulinsk Road
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Mikulinsk Road
5
Turn left onto Lago Vista Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Lago Vista Drive
6
Turn right onto Calle Potro
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Calle Potro
7
At the end of the road, turn left onto Eidson Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Eidson Road
8
Turn right onto Truck Route
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Truck Route
9
Turn left onto El Indio Highway
381 ft
·
6 sec
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El Indio Highway
10
Turn slight right onto South Bibb Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Bibb Avenue
11
Turn right onto East Main Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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East Main Street
12
Turn left onto US Highway 57
95 mi
·
1 hr 46 min
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US Highway 57
13
At the end of the road, turn left onto Interstate 35 North
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
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Interstate 35 North
14
Take the ramp slight left
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
15
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
34 mi
·
33 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
16
Continue on South Pan Am Expressway
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
South Pan Am Expressway
17
Take the exit slight right toward I 10 East, US 90 West, US 90 East, US 87 South: Houston, Del Rio
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
I 10 East, US 90 West, US 90 East, US 87 South: Houston, Del Rio
18
Keep slight right to continue on I 10 East, US 90 East, US 87 South: Houston
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
I 10 East, US 90 East, US 87 South: Houston
19
Merge slight left onto Jose Lopez Freeway
8.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Jose Lopez Freeway
20
Continue on 90th Infantry Division Highway
22 mi
·
23 min
·
90th Infantry Division Highway
21
Continue on I 10 East: Houston, Austin, Waco
166 mi
·
2 hr 52 min
·
I 10 East: Houston, Austin, Waco
22
Take the exit slight right toward Downtown, Theatre District
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
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Downtown, Theatre District
23
Continue on Smith Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Smith Street
24
Turn left onto Preston Street
331 ft
·
17 sec
·
Preston Street
25
Turn left onto Louisiana Street
180 ft
·
5 sec
·
Louisiana Street
26
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy local route, plan for a steady pace rather than trying to make up time on high-speed lanes. You should factor in at least one planned stop to stretch your legs, as the continuous maneuvering can be more fatiguing than highway driving. Aim to depart early in the day to avoid peak traffic, which can make navigating local roads more tedious. Because you are avoiding major highways, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge throughout the 340.6 miles to ensure you do not run low between smaller towns. Being prepared for a slow, methodical pace is the best way to handle the technical nature of these local roads.
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 169.2 miles from Eidson Road, TX, or about 3h 4m into the drive.
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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 169.2 miles or 3h 4m 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 2m
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 Eidson Road, 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 Eidson Road, TX
This is one driving day of about 338.3 miles and 6h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Eidson Road, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 169.2 mi from Eidson Road, TX · 3h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
169 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 169.2 miles from Eidson Road, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$51.68 one way
$103.35 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
118 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $56.63 | $113.26 |
| premium | $4.59 | $61.15 | $122.29 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $75.16 | $150.32 |
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: 118.4 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 | 101.5 | 1 | $35.52 | $16.24 |
| Efficient EV | 84.6 | 0 | $29.60 | $13.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 135.3 | 1 | $47.36 | $21.65 |
Gas CO2
118 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 Monday
Local time
3:46 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
16 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 8m 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 Eidson Road, TX to Houston, TX covers 338.3 miles and takes about 6h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Madrid, Balcones Boulevard, Mikulinsk Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 169.2 miles from Eidson Road, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $51.68 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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 8m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Eidson Road, TX to Houston, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Eidson Road, TX to Houston, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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