The drive from Houston, TX to Edgecliff Village, TX covers 259.9 miles and takes about 4h 41m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Freeway, US 287, California Parkway North for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 198.1 miles on North Freeway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $39.27 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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
129.9 miles from Houston, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 17m into the drive
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Houston is a sprawling port city in Southeastern Texas. An oil boom and continuing international immigration has brought explosive growth to the city, and it is now the fifth largest metropolitan area in the United States and the most diverse large city since 2021. While at first glance, the city appears to be a 9-5 central business district surrounded by a sea of suburbs and strip malls, there are many hidden gems to be discovered.
This is a 4h 41m highway drive covering 259.9 miles, with most of the trip on North Freeway and US 287. The longest continuous stretch is about 198.1 miles on North Freeway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 198.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on North Freeway and US 287. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Franklin Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 41m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Franklin Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Travis Street): Navigation decision point; at 199.5 miles (US 287): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Franklin Street
Turn right onto Franklin Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|Travis Street
Turn left onto Travis Street
Navigation decision point
8
199.5 mi into trip|~3h 30m in|US 287
Take the exit onto US 287 toward US 287 North: Waxahachie, Fort Worth
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.
Exit 247
Toward US 287 North: Waxahachie, Fort Worth
8
258.4 mi into trip|~4h 37m in
Take the exit toward FM 731: Crowley Road, James Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 436A
Toward FM 731: Crowley Road, James Avenue
6
259.1 mi into trip|~4h 39m in|James Avenue
Turn left onto James Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Houston, TX to Edgecliff Village, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Worth along the way.
Fort Worth
199.5 mi in|~3h 30m|via US 287
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
North Freeway
198.1 mi
3h 27m
US 287
58.9 mi
1h 6m
California Parkway North
0.4 mi
<1m
Chelsea Drive
0.3 mi
1m
James Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
Travis Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Franklin Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Edgecliff Road
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
North Freeway
— 198.1 mi, about 3h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Houston, TX and Edgecliff Village, TX.
1
Start on Louisiana Street
474 ft·19 sec·Louisiana Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
2
Turn right onto Franklin Street
0.1 mi·28 sec·Franklin Street
3
Turn left onto Travis Street
0.2 mi·29 sec·Travis Street
4
Take the ramp
1.0 mi·2 min
Toward I 45 North Express Lane
5
Merge onto I 45
198 mi·3 hr 27 min·North Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit onto US 287
59 mi·1 hr 6 min·US 287
Exit 247Toward US 287 North: Waxahachie, Fort WorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Exit 436AToward FM 731: Crowley Road, James AvenueUse the slight right lane.
8
Turn straight onto California Parkway North
0.4 mi·48 sec·California Parkway North
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Turn left onto James Avenue
0.3 mi·51 sec·James Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
At end of road, turn left onto Edgecliff Road
0.1 mi·15 sec·Edgecliff Road
11
Turn right onto Brenton Road
98 ft·4 sec·Brenton Road
12
Turn left onto Chelsea Drive
0.3 mi·1 min·Chelsea Drive
13
Arrive at destination
Chelsea Drive
Trip Plan
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 129.9 miles from Houston, TX, or about 2h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 198.1 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 57 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 129.9 miles or 2h 17m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Edgecliff Village, 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.
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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 Houston, TX
This is one driving day of about 259.9 miles and 4h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 miles from Houston, 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 North Freeway for about 198.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 129.9 mi from Houston, TX
· 2h 17m into the drive
The midpoint is around 129.9 miles from Houston, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before North Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 198.1 miles.
Arriving in Edgecliff Village, TX
The final approach into Edgecliff Village, 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 Edgecliff Village, 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.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$39.27 one way
$78.54 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg91 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$42.99
$85.97
premium
$4.54
$46.40
$92.81
diesel
$5.61
$57.38
$114.77
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 90.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
78
0
$27.29
$12.48
Efficient EV
65
0
$22.74
$10.40
EV Truck/SUV
104
1
$36.39
$16.63
Gas CO2
91 kg
EV CO2
30 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Houston, TX
Late night
in Houston on Saturday
Local time
2:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Edgecliff Village, TX
Late night
in Edgecliff Village on Saturday
Local time
2:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°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
20 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
4h 41m 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 Houston, TX to Edgecliff Village, TX covers 259.9 miles and takes about 4h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Freeway, US 287, California Parkway North. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 129.9 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 $39.27 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 straightforward 4h 41m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Franklin Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Travis Street): Navigation decision point; at 199.5 miles (US 287): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Houston, TX to Edgecliff Village, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Worth along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
