How far is Humble, TX from Center, TX?
The driving distance from Humble, TX to Center, TX is about 143.7 miles (231.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 125.2 miles (201.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 33m 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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 46m.
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.
Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Humble and Center.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Humble and Center.
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Start on Herman Street
20 m · 4 sec · Herman Street
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Turn right onto North Avenue C
11 m · 6 sec · North Avenue C
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Turn left onto 1st Street
2296 ft · 52 sec · 1st Street
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Continue on Humble Westfield Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Humble Westfield Road
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Turn right onto Townsen Boulevard
1234 ft · 29 sec · Townsen Boulevard
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Turn left
1.2 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
6.4 mi · 10 min
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Turn slight right
2400 ft · 2 min
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Turn right onto West Hardy Road
45 m · 3 sec · West Hardy Road
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Take the ramp slight left toward HTR Toll North
1130 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto Hardy Toll Road
6.3 mi · 7 min · Hardy Toll Road
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Merge slight left
107 mi · 1 hr 52 min
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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
20.8 mi · 31 min · Donie Road
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Turn left onto Lcr 800
118 m · 17 sec · Lcr 800
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lcr 800
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Humble and Center.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Hardy Toll Road
Merge slight left
107 mi · 01h 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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Humble and Mostly Sunny near Center.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Humble to Center?
The road trip is about 143.7 miles (231.3 km) and usually takes 02h 46m 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 72 miles from Humble and 71.8 miles from Center.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 125.2 miles (201.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.5 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 12:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.46 one way or $38.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Humble and Mostly Sunny near Center.
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
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Humble and Center. Straight-line distance: 125.21 mi (201.5 km).
#1 Humble
City in Texas
| Population | 15,539 |
| Coordinates | 29.9988300, -95.2621600 |
| Altitude | 29 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Center
City in Shelby County, Texas, United States
| Population | 5,043 |
| Coordinates | 31.5107300, -96.4247000 |
| Altitude | 131 |
| Country | United States |
End: Center (-96.4247, 31.51073)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 231 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 47m |
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 | $3.84 | $19.46 | $38.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $22.04 | $44.08 |
| Premium | $4.72 | $23.95 | $47.89 |
| Diesel | $5.78 | $29.28 | $58.57 |
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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