How far is from dallas to houston

The distance from Dallas to Houston is 239 miles by road including 236 miles on motorways. Road takes approximately 4 hours and 2 minutes and goes through Ferris, Ennis, Corsicana, Huntsville and Conroe.

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PointDistanceFuelDallas0 mi0.0 galHutchins12 mi0.3 galWilmer16 mi0.5 galFerris19 mi0.6 galEnnis29 mi0.7 galAlma41 mi1.3 galRice46 mi1.4 galCorsicana58 mi1.7 galRichland66 mi2.2 galCenterville122 mi4.0 galHuntsville173 mi5.5 galPanorama Village190 mi6.3 galConroe199 mi6.7 galShenandoah209 mi7.0 galHouston239 mi8.0 gal

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to drive from Dallas to Houston?

Fuel cost: 27.4 USD

This fuel cost is calculated as: (Route length 238.6 mi) / (Fuel consumption 29.4 mpg) * (Fuel price 3.38 USD / gal)

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How far is Dallas to Houston by land?

The distance between Dallas and Houston is 238.6 mi by road including 236.1 mi on motorways.

Precise satellite coordinates of highways were used for this calculation. The start and finish points are the centers of Dallas and Houston respectively.

How far is Dallas to Houston by plane?

The shortest distance (air line, as the crow flies) between Dallas and Houston is 224.9 mi.

This distance is calculated using the Haversine formula as a great-circle distance between two points on the surface of a sphere. The start and finish points are the centers of Dallas and Houston respectively. Actual distance between airports may be different.

How many hours is Dallas from Houston by plane?

Boeing 737 airliner needs 27 min to cover the distance of 225 mi at a cruising speed of 497 mph.

Small plane "Cessna 172" needs 1 h 38 min to flight this distance at average speed of 136 mph.

This time is approximate and do not take into account takeoff and landing times, airport location and other real world factors.

How long is a helicopter ride from Dallas to Houston?

Fast helicopter "Eurocopter AS350" or "Hughes OH-6 Cayuse" need 1 h 30 min to cover the distance of 225 mi at a cruising speed of 149 mph.

Popular "Robinson R44" needs 1 h 43 min to flight this distance at average speed of 130 mph.

This time is approximate and do not take into account takeoff and landing times, aerodrome location and other real world factors.

What city is halfway between Dallas and Houston?

The halfway point between Dallas and Houston is Centerville. It is located about 3 mi from the exact midpoint by road.

The distance from Centerville to Dallas is 122 mi and driving will take about 2 h 3 min. The road between Centerville and Houston has length 116 mi and will take approximately 1 h 59 min.

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Bus

  1. Take the bus from Dallas, Tx - 801, Sth Riverfront Blvd to Houston, TX

4h 5m

$40 - $65

Bus via Dallas

  1. Take the bus from Dallas to Houston

4h 14m

$40 - $60

Drive

  1. Drive from Dallas to Houston, TX

3h 57m

$55 - $90

Tram to Dallas, fly to Houston Hobby Apt, line 700 tram

  1. Take the tram from West End Station to Inwood/Love Field Station

  2. Fly from Dallas (DAL) to Houston Hobby Apt (HOU)

  3. Take the line 700 tram from Fannin South Stn NB to Downtown Transit Center Stn NB

3h 44m

$375 - $381

Tram to Dallas, fly to Houston

  1. Take the tram from West End Station to Inwood/Love Field Station

  2. Fly from Dallas (DAL) to Houston (IAH)

3h 52m

$155 - $660

Fly Dallas/Ft.Worth to Houston Hobby Apt, line 700 tram

  1. Fly from Dallas/Ft.Worth (DFW) to Houston Hobby Apt (HOU)

  2. Take the line 700 tram from Fannin South Stn NB to Downtown Transit Center Stn NB

4h 38m

$165 - $338

Fly Dallas/Ft.Worth to Houston

  1. Fly from Dallas/Ft.Worth (DFW) to Houston (IAH)

4h 49m

$124 - $306

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Dallas to Houston, TX by bus

The bus journey time between Dallas and Houston, TX is around 4h 5m and covers a distance of around 386 km. Operated by Megabus, the Dallas to Houston, TX bus service departs from Dallas, Tx - 801, Sth Riverfront Blvd and arrives in Houston, TX. Typically 18 buses run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.

18 Weekly Buses

4h 5m Average Duration

$40 Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Dallas to Houston, TX?

The cheapest way to get from Dallas to Houston, TX is to bus which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 5m.

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How do I get from Dallas to Houston, TX the fastest?

The fastest way to get from Dallas to Houston, TX is to tram and fly and line 700 tram. Taking this option will cost $375 - $385 and takes 3h 44m.

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Is there a direct bus between Dallas and Houston, TX?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dallas, Tx - 801, Sth Riverfront Blvd and arriving at Houston, TX. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

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How far is it from Dallas to Houston, TX?

The distance between Dallas and Houston, TX is 364 km. The road distance is 387.2 km.

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How do I travel from Dallas to Houston, TX without a car?

The best way to get from Dallas to Dallas/Ft.Worth Airport is to tram which takes 51 min and costs $2 - $4.

How far is Dallas and Houston by car?

Distance between Houston and Dallas is 363 kilometers (225 miles). Driving distance from Houston to Dallas is 385 kilometers (239 miles).

How long is a car ride from Houston to Dallas?

The quickest route north takes just over 3.5 hours on Interstate 45, although there are other options that are partially on highways.

How far is Houston to Dallas by plane?

The distance from Houston to Dallas by plane is 239 Miles. This is the air distance on the most direct route taken by the vast majority of flights.

Is it better to go to Houston or Dallas?

Because of its size, there's more to do in Houston. The city has a larger diversity of restaurants, museums, stores, businesses, and other points of interests. Both Dallas and Houston are awesome cities, but if you're looking for more entertainment, Houston is the best pick.