How far is Hico, TX from Houston, TX?

Fastest route

The distance between Hico, Texas 76457, and Houston, Texas is approximately 190 miles (306 kilometers). Here are some tips and directions for your journey:

Directions

Head east on Hwy 6 S/2nd St toward Grubbs St.
Continue to follow Hwy 6 S.
Slight right toward W Loop 340.
Slight left onto W Loop 340.
Use the left lane to take the TX-6 S/TX-340 Loop S ramp.
Merge onto Hwy 6 S/TX-340 Loop/TX-6 S/E State Hwy 6.
Use the right lane to merge onto Hwy 6 S/TX-6 S via the ramp to Marlin/Bryan.
Take the TX-105 E exit toward TX-515 Spur/Conroe.

Tips & Suggestions

🚗 Plan your journey well and make sure to have enough rest breaks during the long drive.
⛽️ Check your fuel level before starting the trip and refuel as needed along the way.
🍔 Pack some snacks and water for the road to stay energized and hydrated.
🛣️ Be aware of any road closures or construction work that might affect your route.
🚧 Obey speed limits and traffic regulations for a safe journey.
📱 Keep your phone charged and have a car charger handy in case you need to use GPS or make calls.
🚘 Regularly check your vehicle's condition, especially the tires, brakes, and engine oil, before embarking on a long trip.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Hico and Houston is 220.43 miles (354.75 km).

Flight distance from Hico, TX to Houston, TX is 220.43 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 30 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 27 minutes to travel from Hico to Houston with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Hico, Texas to Houston, Texas is: 252.76 miles (406.78 km) by car.

Driving from Hico to Houston will take approximately 04 hours 07 minutes.

#1 Hico

City in Hamilton County, Texas, United States

Population	1437
GPS Coordinates	31°58'59"N 98°2'1"W
Latitude	31.9829300
Longitude	-98.0336500
Altitude	313
Country	United States

The fourth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Houston metropolitan area. It is located on the Gulf of Mexico, in southeastern Texas. Houston is a major center for the oil and gas industry.

Population	2316120
GPS Coordinates	29°45'48"N 95°21'48"W
Latitude	29.7632800
Longitude	-95.3632700
Altitude	12
Country	United States

Starting point in Hico: West 2nd Street (-98.033658,31.982915)
Ending point in Houston: Louisiana Street (-95.363596,29.76347)

Estimated Travel Time Between Hico and Houston

The distance between Hico and Houston is 407 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 31 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Hico and Houston. The current time is 04:55:17.

Average Speed	Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h)	08 hours 25 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h)	06 hours 19 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h)	05 hours 03 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h)	04 hours 12 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h)	03 hours 36 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h)	03 hours 22 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h)	03 hours 09 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 33.76 liters (8.92 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Hico and Houston.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Hico to Houston is $26.94 (diesel $35.61).

Texas gas prices.

	Gasoline	Mid Grade	Premium	Diesel
Gallon	$3.02	$3.45	$3.78	$3.99
Total	$26.94	$30.73	$33.69	$35.61

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Texas ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.021 (Diesel $3.993) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 26, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Hico and Houston (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.