How far is Houston, TX from Montgomery, TX?
The driving distance from Houston, TX to Montgomery, TX is about 54.1 miles (87.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.5 miles (76.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 23m 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 01h 11m.
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.
City in Montgomery County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Houston and Montgomery.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Houston and Montgomery.
-
1
Start on Louisiana Street
145 m · 20 sec · Louisiana Street
-
2
Turn right onto Franklin Street
664 ft · 28 sec · Franklin Street
-
3
Turn left onto Travis Street
1205 ft · 29 sec · Travis Street
-
4
Take the ramp straight toward I 45 North Express Lane
1.6 km · 2 min
-
5
Merge slight left onto North Freeway
36.7 mi · 43 min · North Freeway
-
6
Take the exit slight right toward FM 2854, TX 105: Conroe
1157 ft · 22 sec
-
7
Turn straight onto Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
-
8
Turn left onto West Davis Street
3.5 mi · 6 min · West Davis Street
-
9
Continue on State Highway 105
11.2 mi · 17 min · State Highway 105
-
10
Turn left onto South Liberty Street
32 m · 2 sec · South Liberty Street
-
11
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Liberty Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Houston and Montgomery.
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
36.7 mi · 00h 43m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Houston and Sunny near Montgomery.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Houston to Montgomery?
The road trip is about 54.1 miles (87.1 km) and usually takes 01h 11m 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?
Oak Ridge North is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.1 miles from Houston and 27 miles from Montgomery.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.5 miles (76.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.6 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 4:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.22 one way or $14.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Houston and Sunny near Montgomery.
Stop Ideas Near Oak Ridge North
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Oak Ridge North.
Houston
Houston, TX
Prairie View, TX
Bryan, TX
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Houston and Montgomery. Straight-line distance: 47.55 mi (76.53 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 Montgomery
City in and county seat of Montgomery County, Alabama, United States and Alabama federated state capital
| Population | 1,639 |
| Coordinates | 30.3882600, -95.6963400 |
| Altitude | 90 |
| Country | United States |
End: Montgomery (-95.69634, 30.38826)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 87 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $7.22 | $14.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.12 | $16.24 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $8.77 | $17.54 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $7.63 | $15.25 |
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 · May 13, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.