Drive Time
6h
Distance
364.7 mi
587 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
Photo: kingsley li
Traveling from West Sharyland to Houston covers 364.7 miles across the Texas Great Plains. You should plan for a six-hour transit time, making this a manageable day trip if you get an early start. Budget approximately $54 for fuel to cover the distance between these two points. Since the entire trip takes place within Texas, you will remain in the Great Plains region for the duration of your journey. While the drive is straightforward, it is best suited for a single day of travel rather than a multi-day split.
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
182.4 miles from West Sharyland, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h into the drive .
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise on this route. Because the highway share is 0%, your focus will remain on navigating local roads for the full 364.7 miles. This setup creates a more technical experience behind the wheel, requiring your full attention as you transition between different local segments. Without the ease of long, uninterrupted highway stretches, the drive demands a steady pace and constant engagement with the road. Prepare for a trip that emphasizes local navigation over high-speed transit.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from West Sharyland, TX to Houston, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cerda Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 4 Mile Line | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Conway Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North 10th Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West McIntyre Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Closner Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Expressway 281 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 69C North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between West Sharyland, TX and Houston, TX.
Start on Montana Street
Turn right onto Cerda Boulevard
At the end of the road, turn right onto 4 Mile Line
Turn left onto North Conway Avenue
Continue straight
At the end of the road, turn left onto North 10th Avenue
Turn right onto West McIntyre Street
Turn left onto North Closner Boulevard
Turn straight onto North Expressway 281
Take the ramp slight left toward I 69C North, US 281 North
Merge slight left
Keep slight right
Take the exit slight right
Continue straight
Turn right onto Cecilia Street
Turn left onto Old Kingsville Road
Turn slight right onto South Cameron Street
Turn right onto East Front Street
Continue on East Main Street
Take the exit slight right
Turn left onto North US Highway 77
Take the ramp slight left toward County Road 44
Merge slight left onto U.S. Highway 77
Merge slight left
Keep slight left
Continue straight
Take the exit slight right toward Sinton, Victoria
Turn slight right onto United States Highway 77
Keep slight left to continue on Spur 91
Merge slight left onto US Highway 59 South
Take the exit slight right
Continue on 59 Northbound Frontage Road
Continue straight
Continue on US 59 Northbound Frontage Road
Continue on Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
Take the ramp slight left toward I 69 North, US 59 North
Merge slight left onto Southwest Freeway
Keep slight left to continue on Richmond Avenue, Downtown via Louisiana Street
Take the exit slight right toward Downtown, Louisiana Street
Continue on Louisiana Street
Arrive at your destination
To ensure you arrive in Houston within your six-hour goal, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid local congestion. Since there are no scheduled stops in the route data, take advantage of the flexibility to pull over whenever you need a break from the turn-heavy roads. Keep your $54 fuel budget in mind when planning your refueling schedule, as local roads may not offer the same frequency of service stations as major interstates. Because this is a continuous 364.7-mile drive, verify your vehicle's condition before heading out to handle the technical nature of the path. Always check local road conditions before you pull out of West Sharyland to ensure your route remains clear.
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.
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 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 182.4 miles or 3h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Houston, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving West Sharyland, 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 West Sharyland, TX
This is one driving day of about 364.7 miles and 6h.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 182.4 mi from West Sharyland, TX · 3h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
182 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 182.4 miles from West Sharyland, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Houston, 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 Houston, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$55.71 one way
$111.42 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $61.05 | $122.10 |
| premium | $4.59 | $65.92 | $131.84 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $81.02 | $162.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 127.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 109.4 | 1 | $38.29 | $17.51 |
| Efficient EV | 91.2 | 1 | $31.91 | $14.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 145.9 | 1 | $51.06 | $23.34 |
Gas CO2
128 kg
EV CO2
43 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in West Sharyland on Saturday
Local time
5:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Houston on Saturday
Local time
5:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
74°F
Corpus Christi, TX
182 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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