How far is Idalou, TX from Houston, TX?
Fastest route
The journey from Idalou, Texas 79329 to Houston, Texas is approximately 485 miles (780 kilometers) long. To reach Houston, follow these directions: Take US-82 E/Idalou Rd/US 62 E, merge onto E Hwy 84/US 84 E, then take I-20 E and follow TX-36 S and US-290 E to Bagby St. Finally, take exit 47C for McKinney St.
Directions
- Take US-82 E/Idalou Rd/US 62 E.
- Merge onto E Hwy 84/US 84 E.
- Continue on I-20 E.
- Follow TX-36 S.
- Continue on US-290 E.
- Take the exit for Bagby St.
- Take exit 47C for McKinney St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan for frequent rest stops during the long journey.
- ⛽ Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel for the trip.
- 🍔 Pack snacks and drinks to stay energized and hydrated.
- 🛣️ Familiarize yourself with the route before starting the journey.
- 🚧 Check for any road closures or construction updates along the way.
- 🌆 Time your travel to avoid rush hours in Houston.
- 🗺️ Use GPS or a navigation app to stay on the right track.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Idalou and Houston is 458.85 miles (738.45 km).
Flight distance from Idalou, TX to Houston, TX is 458.85 miles. Estimated flight time is 01 hours 03 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 57 minutes to travel from Idalou to Houston with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Idalou, Texas to Houston, Texas is: 527.47 miles (848.89 km) by car.
Driving from Idalou to Houston will take approximately 08 hours 30 minutes.
#1 Idalou
City in Lubbock County, Texas, United States
| Population | 2313 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 33°39'59"N 101°40'59"W |
| Latitude | 33.6664700 |
| Longitude | -101.6829400 |
| Altitude | 973 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Houston
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 |
Ending point in Houston: Louisiana Street (-95.363596,29.76347)
Estimated Travel Time Between Idalou and Houston
The distance between Idalou and Houston is 849 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 09 hours 25 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 Idalou and Houston. The current time is 06:04:01.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 17 hours 34 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 13 hours 11 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 10 hours 32 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 08 hours 47 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 07 hours 32 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 07 hours 01 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 06 hours 34 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 70.46 liters (18.61 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Idalou and Houston.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Idalou to Houston is $56.23 (diesel $74.32).
Texas gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.02 | $3.45 | $3.78 | $3.99 |
| Total | $56.23 | $64.12 | $70.3 | $74.32 |
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 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Idalou and Houston (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
