Origin
Pasadena, TX
Afternoon in Pasadena on Wednesday
Local time
3:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Pasadena, TX to Hilshire Village, TX
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
31m
Distance
22.6 mi
36 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
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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Hilshire Village, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
This relatively short drive from Pasadena, TX to Hilshire Village, TX covers 22.6 miles and should take about 31 minutes. It's an easy day trip, perfect for a single day of travel. The main roads you'll navigate include the Gulf Freeway, Katy Freeway, and La Porte Freeway, with a significant 78% of the journey on highways. Expect a fuel cost of around $3 for this trip. The drive is focused on efficient travel between these two Texas locations within the Great Plains region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
11.3 miles from Pasadena, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 78% of the journey utilizing major freeways. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 7.8 miles on the Gulf Freeway, offering a consistent pace. While primarily highway, the transition between the Gulf Freeway, Katy Freeway, and La Porte Freeway will provide some variation in the road's immediate surroundings as you progress toward Hilshire Village. It's designed for straightforward, efficient travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Gulf Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 7.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Gulf Freeway and Katy Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near Pasadena Freeway Frontage Road.
Route Complexity
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 22.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 31m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (Pasadena Freeway Frontage Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.4 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Pasadena Freeway Frontage Road
Turn left onto Pasadena Freeway Frontage Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
4.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward I 610 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Toward I 610 West
8
6.2 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward I 45 North, TX 35 South: Alvin, Downtown
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 32B
Toward I 45 North, TX 35 South: Alvin, Downtown
8
6.4 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 45 North: Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 45 North: Downtown
7
14.5 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward I 10 West: San Antonio
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 48B
Toward I 10 West: San Antonio
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 Pasadena, TX to Hilshire Village, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
Downtown
6.2 mi in
|
~9m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Gulf Freeway | 7.8 mi | 9m |
| Katy Freeway | 6.7 mi | 8m |
| La Porte Freeway | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| East Loop South | 1 mi | 1m |
| Pasadena Freeway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Ridgeley Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Pasadena Freeway Frontage Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Gulf Freeway
— 7.8 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pasadena, TX and Hilshire Village, TX.
1
Start on South Main Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
2
Turn left onto Pasadena Freeway Frontage Road
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Pasadena Freeway Frontage Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward TX 225 West
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto TX 225
0.6 mi
·
38 sec
·
Pasadena Freeway
5
Continue on TX 225
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
La Porte Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 610 West
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Merge onto I 610
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Loop South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 32B
Toward I 45 North, TX 35 South: Alvin, Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 45 North: Downtown
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 45
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Gulf Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 48B
Toward I 10 West: San Antonio
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
12
Merge onto I 10; US 90
6.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Katy Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 761A
Toward Wirt Road, Chimney Rock Road
14
Turn straight onto Katy Freeway Frontage Road
497 ft
·
13 sec
·
Katy Freeway Frontage Road
15
Turn right onto Wirt Road
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Wirt Road
16
Turn left onto Ridgeley Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Ridgeley Drive
Use the left lane.
17
Arrive at destination
Ridgeley Drive
Trip Plan
Given the short 31-minute duration and 22.6-mile distance, this trip is best undertaken in a single day. You'll want to depart with a full tank of gas to minimize any potential stops, especially since the estimated fuel cost is a low $3. The longest stretch of 7.8 miles on the Gulf Freeway means you can maintain a steady speed for a good portion of the journey. Consider leaving during off-peak hours to make the most of the efficient highway system and avoid any potential traffic congestion common on these Texas freeways.
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 11.3 miles from Pasadena, TX, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.8 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 22.6 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.3 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hilshire Village, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Pasadena, TX.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Pasadena, TX
This is one driving day of about 22.6 miles and 31m.
At 22.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Gulf Freeway for about 7.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.3 mi from Pasadena, TX · 15m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 22.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.3 miles from Pasadena, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hilshire Village, TX
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Hilshire Village, TX if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.41 one way
$6.83 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $3.74 | $7.48 |
| premium | $4.54 | $4.04 | $8.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.99 | $9.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
| Efficient EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.98 | $0.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.45 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Hilshire Village, TX
Afternoon in Hilshire Village on Wednesday
Local time
3:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
10 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
31m 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 Hilshire Village, TX covers 22.6 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Gulf Freeway, Katy Freeway, La Porte 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 11.3 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 $3.41 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 is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 22.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 31m.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (Pasadena Freeway Frontage Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Pasadena, TX to Hilshire Village, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
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