Origin
Pasadena, TX
Morning in Pasadena on Wednesday
Local time
7:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pasadena, TX to Addicks, TX
Data updated 2 seconds ago
Drive Time
42m
Distance
32 mi
51 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
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6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pasadena, TX
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Trip Overview
The drive from Pasadena, TX to Addicks, TX covers 32 miles and takes about 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pasadena Freeway Frontage Road, TX 225 West, Pasadena Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.84 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
16 miles from Pasadena, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 42m drive with frequent turns across 32 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pasadena Freeway Frontage Road 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Pasadena, TX to Addicks, TX is easy. At 42m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Pasadena, TX to Addicks, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pasadena Freeway Frontage Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| TX 225 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pasadena Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| La Porte Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 610 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Loop South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 45 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Gulf Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Pasadena Freeway Frontage Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pasadena, TX and Addicks, TX.
1
Start on South Main Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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South Main Street
2
Turn left onto Pasadena Freeway Frontage Road
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
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Pasadena Freeway Frontage Road
3
Take the ramp slight left toward TX 225 West
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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TX 225 West
4
Merge slight left onto Pasadena Freeway
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
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Pasadena Freeway
5
Continue on La Porte Freeway
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
La Porte Freeway
6
Take the exit slight left toward I 610 West
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 610 West
7
Merge slight left onto East Loop South
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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East Loop South
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 45 North, TX 35 South: Alvin, Downtown
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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I 45 North, TX 35 South: Alvin, Downtown
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 45 North: Downtown
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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I 45 North: Downtown
10
Merge slight left onto Gulf Freeway
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Gulf Freeway
11
Take the exit slight left toward I 10 West: San Antonio
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
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I 10 West: San Antonio
12
Merge slight left onto Katy Freeway
16 mi
·
19 min
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Katy Freeway
13
Take the exit slight right toward TX 6
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
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TX 6
14
Turn straight onto Katy Freeway Frontage Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Katy Freeway Frontage Road
15
Turn slight left
502 ft
·
23 sec
16
Turn slight left onto Katy Freeway Frontage Road
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Katy Freeway Frontage Road
17
Turn right onto Addicks-Howell Road
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Addicks-Howell Road
18
Turn right onto Grisby Road
203 ft
·
6 sec
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Grisby Road
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 16 miles from Pasadena, TX, or about 21m 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 32 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Addicks, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pasadena, 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 Pasadena, TX
This is one driving day of about 32 miles and 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pasadena, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16 mi from Pasadena, TX · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16 miles from Pasadena, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Addicks, TX
The final approach into Addicks, 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 Addicks, 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
$4.84 one way
$9.67 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $5.29 | $10.59 |
| premium | $4.54 | $5.71 | $11.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.07 | $14.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.36 | $1.54 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.80 | $1.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.48 | $2.05 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Addicks, TX
Morning in Addicks on Wednesday
Local time
7:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
11 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
42m 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 Pasadena, TX to Addicks, TX covers 32 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pasadena Freeway Frontage Road, TX 225 West, Pasadena Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16 miles from Pasadena, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.84 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.
The drive from Pasadena, TX to Addicks, TX is easy. At 42m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Pasadena, TX to Addicks, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Pasadena, TX to Addicks, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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