How far is Aldine, TX from Katy, TX?
Fastest route
The distance between Aldine, Texas and Katy, Texas is approximately 36.4 miles (58.6 kilometers). The suggested route is via I-10 W, which takes about 45 minutes.
Directions
- Start your journey from Aldine, Texas.
- Head south on Airline Dr toward Nicar St.
- Turn right onto W Helms Rd.
- Slight right onto W Mt Houston Rd.
- Turn left onto N Fwy Service Rd.
- Use the left lane to take the ramp onto I-45 S.
- Continue on I-45 S.
- Take exit 51 to merge onto I-610 W.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 11 to merge onto I-10 W.
- Take exit 740 to merge onto Interstate 10 Frontage Rd W.
- Follow Interstate 10 Frontage Rd W and Danover Rd.
- Turn right onto Danover Rd.
- Continue straight to stay on Interstate 10 Frontage Rd W.
- Turn right onto Hwy Blvd in Fort Bend County.
- Arrive at Katy, Texas.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Consider using a navigation app like Google Maps for real-time traffic updates.
- ⛽ Make sure to have enough fuel for the journey.
- 📱 Keep your mobile phone charged in case you need to make any calls or use navigation apps.
- 🕒 Check for any traffic updates before you start your journey.
- 🚧 Stay alert and follow road signs and instructions.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 39m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Harris County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Aldine and Katy.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aldine and Katy.
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Start on Aldine Bender Road
43 m · 7 sec · Aldine Bender Road
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Turn right onto West Hardy Road
2553 ft · 57 sec · West Hardy Road
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Turn left onto North Sam Houston Parkway East
2382 ft · 48 sec · North Sam Houston Parkway East
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Take the ramp slight left toward BW 8 West
1459 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Sam Houston Parkway East
1.9 mi · 2 min · North Sam Houston Parkway East
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Continue on North Sam Houston Tollway West
2.3 mi · 3 min · North Sam Houston Tollway West
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Keep slight left to continue on North Sam Houston Tollway West
15.1 mi · 17 min · North Sam Houston Tollway West
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Take the exit slight right toward I 10 East, I 10 West: Downtown, San Antonio
2988 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 10 West: San Antonio
1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Katy Freeway
13.3 mi · 16 min · Katy Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 90 West: Katy Mills Boulevard
2779 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto Highway Boulevard
1 mi · 2 min · Highway Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Highway Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Aldine and Katy.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
North Sam Houston Tollway West
Keep slight left to continue on North Sam Houston Tollway West
15.1 mi · 00h 17m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Aldine and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Katy.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Aldine to Katy?
The road trip is about 37 miles (59.5 km) and usually takes 00h 39m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Jersey Village is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.5 miles from Aldine and 18.5 miles from Katy.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.5 miles (45.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.91 one way or $9.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Aldine and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Katy.
Stop Ideas Near Jersey Village
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Aldine and Katy. Straight-line distance: 28.48 mi (45.83 km).
#1 Aldine
Census designated place
| Population | 15,869 |
| Coordinates | 29.9324500, -95.3802100 |
| Altitude | 25 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Katy
City in Texas, United States; within the Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area
| Population | 23,889 |
| Coordinates | 29.7857900, -95.8244000 |
| Altitude | 42 |
| Country | United States |
End: Highway Boulevard (-95.8244, 29.785777)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 59 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $4.91 | $9.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.53 | $11.06 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $5.97 | $11.94 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $5.19 | $10.38 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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