Origin
Houston, TX
Late night in Houston on Wednesday
Local time
5:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Houston, TX to Eidson Road, TX
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
6h 7m
Distance
338.2 mi
544 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
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 33m
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
Eidson Road, TX
Carlos Cibelli
Trip Overview
The drive from Houston, TX to Eidson Road, TX covers 338.2 miles and takes about 6h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Katy Freeway, US Highway 57, Purple Heart Trail for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 174.9 miles on Katy Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $51.10 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
169.1 miles from Houston, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 56m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 6h 7m highway drive covering 338.2 miles, with most of the trip on Katy Freeway and US Highway 57. The longest continuous stretch is about 174.9 miles on Katy Freeway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Katy Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 174.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Katy Freeway and US Highway 57. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near I 10; US 90 / Katy Freeway.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 338.2 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 0.6 miles (I 10; US 90 / Katy Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 175.5 miles (I 10; US 90; TX 130): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 187.5 miles (I 10; US 90; TX 130 / 90th Infantry Division Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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I 10; US 90 / Katy Freeway
Merge onto I 10; US 90 / Katy Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
175.5 mi into trip
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~3h 3m in
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I 10; US 90; TX 130
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
187.5 mi into trip
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~3h 16m in
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I 10; US 90; TX 130 / 90th Infantry Division Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130 / 90th Infantry Division Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
196.3 mi into trip
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~3h 26m in
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I 10; US 87
Take the exit onto I 10; US 87 toward I 35, I 10 West, US 87 North: Laredo, El Paso, Austin
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 572
Toward I 35, I 10 West, US 87 North: Laredo, El...
7
196.5 mi into trip
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~3h 26m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35 South: Laredo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 35 South: Laredo
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Houston, TX and Eidson Road, TX, road signs point toward El Paso and Austin.
El Paso
196.3 mi in
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~3h 26m
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via I 10; US 87
Austin
196.3 mi in
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~3h 26m
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via I 10; US 87
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Katy Freeway | 174.9 mi | 3h 1m |
| US Highway 57 | 95.3 mi | 1h 46m |
| Purple Heart Trail | 33.5 mi | 33m |
| I 10 | 12.2 mi | 13m |
| South Pan Am Expressway | 8.3 mi | 9m |
| Jose Lopez Freeway | 8 mi | 9m |
| East Main Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| South Bibb Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Katy Freeway
— 174.9 mi, about 3h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Houston, TX and Eidson Road, TX.
1
Start on Louisiana Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Louisiana Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
2
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 10 West: San Antonio
3
Merge onto I 10; US 90
175 mi
·
3 hr 1 min
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Katy Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
12 mi
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12 min
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I 10; US 90; TX 130
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
0.8 mi
·
51 sec
·
90th Infantry Division Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 10; US 90
8.0 mi
·
9 min
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Jose Lopez Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto I 10; US 87
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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I 10; US 87
Exit 572
Toward I 35, I 10 West, US 87 North: Laredo, El Paso, Austin
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 35 South: Laredo
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 35
8.3 mi
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9 min
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South Pan Am Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 35
34 mi
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33 min
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Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 57: Eagle Pass
12
Turn straight
430 ft
·
10 sec
13
Continue on Interstate 35 North
0.1 mi
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12 sec
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Interstate 35 North
14
Turn right onto US 57
95 mi
·
1 hr 46 min
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US Highway 57
15
Turn right onto US 57; US 277
1.1 mi
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2 min
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East Main Street
16
Turn left onto FM 375
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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South Bibb Avenue
17
Continue on Brown Street
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
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Brown Street
18
Turn left onto Eidson Road
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Eidson Road
19
Turn right onto Calle Potro
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
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Calle Potro
20
Turn left onto Lago Vista Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
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Lago Vista Drive
21
Turn right onto Callejon Terán
279 ft
·
12 sec
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Callejon Terán
22
Continue on Mikulinsk Road
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Mikulinsk Road
23
Continue on Balcones Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
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Balcones Boulevard
24
Turn left onto Madrid
295 ft
·
13 sec
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Madrid
25
Turn right onto Zaragoza Street
103 ft
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4 sec
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Zaragoza Street
26
Arrive at destination
Zaragoza Street
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 169.1 miles from Houston, TX, or about 2h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 174.9 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 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 169.1 miles or 2h 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eidson Road, 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 338.2 miles and 6h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 Katy Freeway for about 174.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 169.1 mi from Houston, TX · 2h 56m 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 169.1 miles from Houston, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Katy Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 174.9 miles.
Arriving in Eidson Road, TX
The final approach into Eidson Road, 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 Eidson Road, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$51.10 one way
$102.21 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
118 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $55.94 | $111.87 |
| premium | $4.54 | $60.38 | $120.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $74.67 | $149.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 118.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 101.5 | 1 | $35.51 | $16.23 |
| Efficient EV | 84.6 | 0 | $29.59 | $13.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 135.3 | 1 | $47.35 | $21.64 |
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
Eidson Road, TX
Late night in Eidson Road on Wednesday
Local time
5:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°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
6 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 7m 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 Eidson Road, TX covers 338.2 miles and takes about 6h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Katy Freeway, US Highway 57, Purple Heart Trail. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 169.1 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 $51.10 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 15 significant decision points across 338.2 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 0.6 miles (I 10; US 90 / Katy Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 175.5 miles (I 10; US 90; TX 130): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 187.5 miles (I 10; US 90; TX 130 / 90th Infantry Division Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Houston, TX and Eidson Road, TX, road signs point toward El Paso and Austin.
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