How far is Houston, TX from Groesbeck, TX?
The driving distance from Houston, TX to Groesbeck, TX is about 159.9 miles (257.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 140.2 miles (225.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 05m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Houston and Groesbeck.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Houston and Groesbeck.
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Start on Louisiana Street
145 m · 20 sec · Louisiana Street
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Turn right onto Franklin Street
664 ft · 28 sec · Franklin Street
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Turn left onto Travis Street
1205 ft · 29 sec · Travis Street
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Take the ramp straight toward I 45 North Express Lane
1.6 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto North Freeway
130.4 mi · 2 hr 20 min · North Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 164: Groesbeck
1708 ft · 50 sec
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Turn left onto Donie Road
27.4 mi · 41 min · Donie Road
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Turn right onto South Ellis Street
1342 ft · 27 sec · South Ellis Street
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Turn right onto West Trinity Street
29 m · 4 sec · West Trinity Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Trinity Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Houston and Groesbeck.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
North Freeway
Merge slight left onto North Freeway
130 mi · 02h 20m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Houston and Mostly Sunny near Groesbeck.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Houston to Groesbeck?
The road trip is about 159.9 miles (257.3 km) and usually takes 03h 05m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Huntsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80 miles from Houston and 79.8 miles from Groesbeck.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 140.2 miles (225.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:50 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.31 one way or $42.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Houston and Mostly Sunny near Groesbeck.
Stop Ideas Near Huntsville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Huntsville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Houston and Groesbeck. Straight-line distance: 140.17 mi (225.58 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Groesbeck
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 4,173 |
| Coordinates | 31.5243400, -96.5338700 |
| Altitude | 146 |
| Country | United States |
End: Groesbeck (-96.53387, 31.52434)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 257 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 59m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.78 | $21.31 | $42.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.98 | $47.96 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $25.89 | $51.79 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $22.52 | $45.04 |
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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