How far is Houston, TX from Willis, TX?
The driving distance from Houston, TX to Willis, TX is about 47.7 miles (76.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 59m.
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.
Census-designated place in Harris County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Houston and Willis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Houston and Willis.
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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 · 30 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
43.9 mi · 52 min · North Freeway
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Take the exit slight right
150 m · 12 sec
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Turn straight onto Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
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Turn right onto West Montgomery Street
1.1 km · 1 min · West Montgomery Street
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Turn left onto North Danville Street
110 m · 10 sec · North Danville Street
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Turn right onto East Stewart Street
11 m · 1 sec · East Stewart Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Stewart Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Houston and Willis.
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
43.9 mi · 00h 52m
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.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Houston and Partly Sunny near Willis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Houston to Willis?
The road trip is about 47.7 miles (76.8 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Spring is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.9 miles from Houston and 23.8 miles from Willis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.35 one way or $12.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Houston and Partly Sunny near Willis.
Stop Ideas Near Spring
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 Spring.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Houston and Willis. Straight-line distance: 46.24 mi (74.42 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 Willis
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 7,122 |
| Coordinates | 30.4249300, -95.4799400 |
| Altitude | 116 |
| Country | United States |
End: Willis (-95.47994, 30.42493)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 77 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $6.35 | $12.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.14 | $14.29 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $7.71 | $15.43 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $6.71 | $13.42 |
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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