Origin
Houston, TX
Late night in Houston on Friday
Local time
3:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Houston, TX to Anson, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 29m
Distance
406.4 mi
654 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$61
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 19m
★
6 AM
7h 29m
8 AM
7h 50m
10 AM
7h 36m
12 PM
7h 34m
3 PM
7h 37m
5 PM
7h 49m
8 PM
7h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Houston, TX
Trace Hudson
Anson, TX
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Trip Overview
The drive from Houston, TX to Anson, TX covers 406.4 miles and takes about 7h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 10 West, Katy Freeway, TX 71 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $61.41 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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
203.2 miles from Houston, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 44m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 29m. Total distance: 406.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 29m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 7h 29m drive with frequent turns across 406.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 10 West 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.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 29m, 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 Houston, TX to Anson, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 West | — | — |
| Katy Freeway | — | — |
| TX 71 West | — | — |
| Bastrop Freeway | — | — |
| Highway 71 | — | — |
| US 183 North | — | — |
| Bastrop Highway | — | — |
| Bergstrom Expressway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 10 West
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Houston, TX and Anson, TX.
1
Start on Louisiana Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Louisiana Street
2
Take the ramp straight toward I 10 West: San Antonio
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
I 10 West: San Antonio
3
Merge slight right onto Katy Freeway
74 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
Katy Freeway
4
Take the exit slight right toward TX 71 West: La Grange, Austin
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
·
TX 71 West: La Grange, Austin
5
Keep slight left
77 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
6
Continue on Bastrop Freeway
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Bastrop Freeway
7
Continue on East State Highway 71
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East State Highway 71
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 183 North, 183 Toll North: Lampasas
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 183 North, 183 Toll North: Lampasas
9
Merge slight left onto Bastrop Highway
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
Bastrop Highway
10
Continue on Bergstrom Expressway
6.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Bergstrom Expressway
11
Continue straight
15 mi
·
16 min
12
Continue straight
15 mi
·
14 min
13
Continue on North US Highway 183
36 mi
·
38 min
·
North US Highway 183
14
Continue on South Key Avenue
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
South Key Avenue
15
Continue on North US Highway 281
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
North US Highway 281
16
Keep slight left to continue on North US Highway 183
37 mi
·
40 min
·
North US Highway 183
17
At the end of the road, turn left
30 mi
·
34 min
18
Turn left onto Early Boulevard
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Early Boulevard
19
Continue on East Commerce Street
22 mi
·
25 min
·
East Commerce Street
20
Keep slight right to continue on Wallis Avenue
9.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Wallis Avenue
21
Turn right onto North Neches Street
35 mi
·
39 min
·
North Neches Street
22
Continue straight
24 mi
·
26 min
23
Continue straight
16 mi
·
17 min
24
Turn slight right onto East Court Plaza
79 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Court Plaza
25
Turn right onto 12th Street
131 ft
·
11 sec
·
12th Street
26
Turn left
174 ft
·
8 sec
27
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 203.2 miles from Houston, TX, or about 3h 44m 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 89 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 203.2 miles or 3h 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Anson, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Houston, 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.
+
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Houston, TX
This is one driving day of about 406.4 miles and 7h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 89 miles from Houston, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 203.2 mi from Houston, TX · 3h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
203 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 89 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 203.2 miles from Houston, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Anson, TX
The final approach into Anson, 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 Anson, 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
$61.41 one way
$122.82 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
142 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $67.22 | $134.43 |
| premium | $4.54 | $72.56 | $145.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $89.73 | $179.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$61
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$86–$111
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 142.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $43 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 121.9 | 1 | $42.67 | $19.51 |
| Efficient EV | 101.6 | 1 | $35.56 | $16.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 162.6 | 2 | $56.90 | $26.01 |
Gas CO2
142 kg
EV CO2
48 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
Anson, TX
Late night in Anson on Friday
Local time
3:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
18 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 29m 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 Houston, TX to Anson, TX covers 406.4 miles and takes about 7h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10 West, Katy Freeway, TX 71 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 203.2 miles from Houston, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $61.41 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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 29m, 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 Houston, TX to Anson, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Houston, TX to Anson, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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