How far is Buffalo, TX from Houston, TX?
The driving distance from Buffalo, TX to Houston, TX is about 135.3 miles (217.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 124.5 miles (200.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 07m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The second-largest city in Walker County, Texas.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Buffalo and Houston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buffalo and Houston.
-
1
Start on East Commerce Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · East Commerce Street
-
2
Turn left onto South Craig Street
3218 ft · 1 min · South Craig Street
-
3
Continue on Interstate Highway 45 South Feeder Road
2241 ft · 45 sec · Interstate Highway 45 South Feeder Road
-
4
Take the ramp slight left toward I 45
2287 ft · 56 sec
-
5
Merge slight left
128.2 mi · 2 hr 18 min
-
6
Continue on Gulf Freeway
83 m · 4 sec · Gulf Freeway
-
7
Take the exit slight left toward I 10 East: Beaumont
2168 ft · 53 sec
-
8
Keep slight left to continue on Milam Street
1614 ft · 39 sec
-
9
Continue on Milam Street
2031 ft · 1 min · Milam Street
-
10
Turn right onto Prairie Street
100 m · 14 sec · Prairie Street
-
11
Turn right onto Louisiana Street
157 m · 17 sec · Louisiana Street
-
12
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Louisiana Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Buffalo and Houston.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 45
Merge slight left
128 mi · 02h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Buffalo and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Houston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Buffalo to Houston?
The road trip is about 135.3 miles (217.8 km) and usually takes 02h 07m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Huntsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.4 miles from Buffalo and 69 miles from Houston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 124.5 miles (200.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.06 one way or $36.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Buffalo and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Houston.
Stop Ideas Near Huntsville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Cafe And Pie Bar
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Huntsville.
Bryan, TX
Prairie View, TX
Houston
Houston, TX
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Buffalo and Houston. Straight-line distance: 124.54 mi (200.43 km).
#1 Buffalo
City in Leon County, Texas
| Population | 1,846 |
| Coordinates | 31.4637900, -96.0580200 |
| Altitude | 117 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Houston
The fourth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Houston metropolitan area.
| Population | 2,316,120 |
| Coordinates | 29.7632800, -95.3632700 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
End: Louisiana Street (-95.363596, 29.76347)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 218 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 41m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $18.06 | $36.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.32 | $40.65 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $21.94 | $43.89 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $19.09 | $38.17 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Texas · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.