Origin
Houston, TX
Night in Houston on Thursday
Local time
10:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Houston, TX to Redland, TX
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
2h 27m
Distance
127 mi
204 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 18m
★
6 AM
2h 28m
8 AM
2h 48m
10 AM
2h 35m
12 PM
2h 33m
3 PM
2h 36m
5 PM
2h 47m
8 PM
2h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Houston, TX
Trace Hudson
Redland, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
This 127-mile drive from Houston, TX to Redland, TX takes about 2 hours and 27 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily be on US 59 and I-69, also known as the Eastex Freeway, with 98% of the route being highway driving. The estimated fuel cost is around $19, so it's an economical journey. This straightforward, highway-focused trip is ideal for getting from point A to point B efficiently within the Great Plains region. With no planned stops, you can easily complete this drive in a single day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
63.5 miles from Houston, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 27m. Total distance: 127 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with US 59 and I-69 forming the backbone of your journey. The highway share is a substantial 98%, meaning you'll be on high-speed roads for almost the entire 127 miles. The longest stretch without interruption is 44.1 miles on US 59, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. This drive is characterized by its efficiency rather than winding scenic byways, designed for smooth and direct travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 59 is the longest continuous segment at about 44.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 59 and I-69. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 127 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.1 miles (I 10; US 90 / East Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: 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 pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward US 59 East, I 10 East
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 59 East, I 10 East
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 10; US 90 / East Freeway
Merge onto I 10; US 90 / East Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward I 69 North, US 59 North: Cleveland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 770C
Toward I 69 North, US 59 North: Cleveland
5
2.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 69; US 59 / Eastex Freeway
Merge onto I 69; US 59 / Eastex Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
118.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 13m in
|
US 59
Take the exit onto US 59 toward US 59 North, Loop 287 East: Nacogdoches
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 59 North, Loop 287 East: Nacogdoches
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 Redland, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Loop 287 East: Nacogdoches along the way.
Loop 287 East: Nacogdoches
118.3 mi in
|
~2h 13m
|
via US 59
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 59 | 44.1 mi | 51m |
| I-69 | 42 mi | 44m |
| Eastex Freeway | 37 mi | 43m |
| Winston 8 Ranch Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| I 69 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| East Freeway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| San Jacinto Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Franklin Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 59
— 44.1 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Houston, TX and Redland, TX.
1
Start on Louisiana Street
474 ft
·
19 sec
·
Louisiana Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
2
Turn right onto Franklin Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Franklin Street
3
Turn left onto San Jacinto Street
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
San Jacinto Street
4
Turn straight onto Rothwell Street
348 ft
·
7 sec
·
Rothwell Street
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward US 59 East, I 10 East
6
Merge onto I 10; US 90
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
·
East Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 770C
Toward I 69 North, US 59 North: Cleveland
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
8
Merge onto I 69; US 59
37 mi
·
43 min
·
Eastex Freeway
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69; US 59
0.7 mi
·
44 sec
·
I 69; US 59
10
Continue on I-69; US 59
42 mi
·
44 min
·
I-69; US 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on US 59; FM 942
36 mi
·
40 min
·
US 59; FM 942
12
Take the exit onto US 59
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
US 59
Toward US 59 North, Loop 287 East: Nacogdoches
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 59
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
US 59
Toward US 59 North: Nacogdoches
14
Turn left onto Winston 8 Ranch Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Winston 8 Ranch Road
15
Turn right
118 ft
·
5 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 2-hour and 27-minute duration for this 127-mile trip, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Houston, TX, you'll want to be mindful of potential traffic, especially if heading out during peak hours. Plan your fuel stops accordingly, though with a $19 fuel cost, it's unlikely you'll need more than one fill-up, if any, depending on your vehicle. The longest stretch is 44.1 miles on US 59, so use that as a benchmark for when you might want to take a short break if needed.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 63.5 miles from Houston, TX, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.1 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 28 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.5 miles or 1h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Redland, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Houston, TX
This is one driving day of about 127 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Houston, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 59 for about 44.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.5 mi from Houston, TX · 1h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63.5 miles from Houston, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Redland, TX
The final approach into Redland, 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 Redland, 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
$19.19 one way
$38.38 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $21.01 | $42.01 |
| premium | $4.54 | $22.68 | $45.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.04 | $56.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.1 | 0 | $13.33 | $6.10 |
| Efficient EV | 31.8 | 0 | $11.11 | $5.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.8 | 0 | $17.78 | $8.13 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Redland, TX
Night in Redland on Thursday
Local time
10:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
Livingston, TX
64 mi in
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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 27m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 Redland, TX covers 127 miles and takes about 2h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 59, I-69, Eastex Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.5 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 $19.19 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 127 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.1 miles (I 10; US 90 / East Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: 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 Redland, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Loop 287 East: Nacogdoches along the way.
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