How far is Montgomery, TX from Houston, TX?
The driving distance from Montgomery, TX to Houston, TX is about 54.6 miles (87.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.5 miles (76.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 00m 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 00m.
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.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Montgomery and Houston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery and Houston.
-
1
Start on South Liberty Street
32 m · 5 sec · South Liberty Street
-
2
Turn right onto Eva Street
11.2 mi · 17 min · Eva Street
-
3
Continue on West Davis Street
3.4 mi · 5 min · West Davis Street
-
4
Turn right onto Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
-
5
Take the ramp slight left toward I 45 South
1210 ft · 30 sec
-
6
Merge slight left
36.9 mi · 44 min
-
7
Continue on Gulf Freeway
83 m · 4 sec · Gulf Freeway
-
8
Take the exit slight left toward I 10 East: Beaumont
2168 ft · 53 sec
-
9
Keep slight left to continue on Milam Street
1614 ft · 39 sec
-
10
Continue on Milam Street
2031 ft · 1 min · Milam Street
-
11
Turn right onto Prairie Street
100 m · 14 sec · Prairie Street
-
12
Turn right onto Louisiana Street
157 m · 17 sec · Louisiana Street
-
13
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Louisiana Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Montgomery and Houston.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 45 South
Merge slight left
36.9 mi · 00h 44m
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.
Sunny leaving Montgomery and Mostly Sunny near Houston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Montgomery to Houston?
The road trip is about 54.6 miles (87.8 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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 27.2 miles from Montgomery and 27.3 miles from Houston.
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 7.1 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 $7.26 one way or $14.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Montgomery and Mostly Sunny near Houston.
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 Montgomery and Houston. Straight-line distance: 47.55 mi (76.53 km).
#1 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 |
#2 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 |
End: Louisiana Street (-95.363596, 29.76347)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 88 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 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 | $7.26 | $14.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.16 | $16.33 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $8.81 | $17.63 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $7.67 | $15.33 |
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 12, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.