How far is Pearland, TX from Lake Jackson, TX?
The driving distance from Pearland, TX to Lake Jackson, TX is about 47.2 miles (75.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.7 miles (60.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 44m 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. 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 52m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pearland and Lake Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pearland and Lake Jackson.
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Start on South Main Street
14 m · 8 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Broadway Street
6.3 mi · 10 min · West Broadway Street
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Turn left onto TX 288 South
130 m · 9 sec
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Take the ramp straight toward TX 288 South
1503 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto South Freeway
2.7 mi · 3 min · South Freeway
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Continue on Nolan Ryan Expressway
33.8 mi · 40 min · Nolan Ryan Expressway
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Take the exit slight right
643 ft · 16 sec
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Turn straight onto State Highway 332 East
667 ft · 15 sec · State Highway 332 East
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Turn left onto Oak Drive
1076 ft · 29 sec · Oak Drive
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Turn slight right
43 m · 6 sec
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Turn slight right onto Circle Way
1173 ft · 34 sec · Circle Way
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Turn right onto Center Way
1.2 km · 2 min · Center Way
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Turn right onto Magnolia Street
16 m · 2 sec · Magnolia Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Magnolia Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pearland and Lake Jackson.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Nolan Ryan Expressway
Continue on Nolan Ryan Expressway
33.8 mi · 00h 40m
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 Pearland and Mostly Sunny near Lake Jackson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pearland to Lake Jackson?
The road trip is about 47.2 miles (75.9 km) and usually takes 00h 52m 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?
Bonney is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.4 miles from Pearland and 24.9 miles from Lake Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.7 miles (60.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.5 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 4:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.37 one way or $12.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Pearland and Mostly Sunny near Lake Jackson.
Stop Ideas Near Bonney
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 Bonney.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pearland and Lake Jackson. Straight-line distance: 37.67 mi (60.63 km).
#1 Pearland
The fifth most populous city in Harris County, Texas.
| Population | 123,562 |
| Coordinates | 29.5635700, -95.2860500 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lake Jackson
City in Brazoria County, Texas, United States
| Population | 27,063 |
| Coordinates | 29.0338600, -95.4343900 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: Magnolia Street (-95.434477, 29.03382)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 76 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 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 | $3.84 | $6.37 | $12.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $7.22 | $14.43 |
| Premium | $4.72 | $7.84 | $15.68 |
| Diesel | $5.78 | $9.59 | $19.18 |
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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