How far is Pflugerville, TX from Houston, TX?
Fastest route
The distance from Pflugerville, Texas to Houston, Texas is approximately 160 miles (257 kilometers). The fastest route is via US-290 E and TX-130 S/TX-130 Toll S, and the estimated travel time is 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Directions
- Take TX-130 S/TX-130 Toll S from W Pfennig Ln and E Pflugerville Pkwy in Pflugerville.
- Merge onto US-290 E and continue on this road for approximately 11.4 miles.
- Take the ramp onto US-290 E/TX-36 S.
- Merge onto I-10 E and drive for about 8.2 miles.
- Take the I-45 S exit toward Galveston.
- Use the left 2 lanes to take exit 47C for McKinney St.
Tips & Suggestions
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🚗 Plan for Tolls: Keep in mind that the route has tolls, so make sure you have sufficient change or an electronic toll tag for a smooth journey.
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⛽ Fuel Up: Before embarking on the trip, ensure your vehicle has enough fuel to cover the distance between Pflugerville and Houston.
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🚦 Check Traffic Conditions: Before starting your journey, check for real-time traffic updates to avoid potential delays or congestion.
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🍽️ Pack Snacks: Consider bringing some snacks and refreshments for the road, especially if you have a long drive ahead.
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🚰 Stay Hydrated: Bring enough water to stay hydrated during the trip, especially if you're traveling during hot weather.
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📱GPS Navigation: Use a GPS navigation app or device to stay on track and navigate through any unfamiliar roads.
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🛣️ Enjoy the Scenery: The route between Pflugerville and Houston offers scenic views, so take the opportunity to enjoy the journey.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 36m.
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.
Town in Washington County, Texas, US
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pflugerville and Houston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pflugerville and Houston.
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Start on South Railroad Avenue
11 m · 5 sec · South Railroad Avenue
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Turn right onto East Pecan Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · East Pecan Street
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Take the ramp right toward TX 45 Toll South, TX 130 Toll South
1.2 km · 2 min
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Continue straight
1273 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight left
1493 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pickle Parkway
3.4 mi · 3 min · Pickle Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 290, FM 734: Austin, Houston, Parmer Lane
1010 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on FM 734: Parmer Lane
1433 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto East Parmer Lane
1.6 km · 2 min · East Parmer Lane
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Turn left onto East US Highway 290
42.1 mi · 49 min · East US Highway 290
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Continue on West Austin Street
32.9 mi · 37 min · West Austin Street
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Take the exit slight right toward US 290 East, TX 36 South: Houston, Bellville
1393 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left onto US Highway 290 West
64.8 mi · 1 hr 14 min · US Highway 290 West
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Take the exit slight right toward Mangum Road, Dacoma Street
815 ft · 20 sec
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Turn straight onto Northwest Freeway Frontage Road
3049 ft · 1 min · Northwest Freeway Frontage Road
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Turn right onto Mangum Road
1 km · 1 min · Mangum Road
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Continue on Hempstead Road
2 mi · 4 min · Hempstead Road
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Continue on Washington Avenue
2081 ft · 46 sec · Washington Avenue
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Continue on Westcott Street
154 m · 13 sec · Westcott Street
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Take the ramp slight left
1015 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left onto Katy Freeway
4 mi · 5 min · Katy Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Downtown, Theatre District
2064 ft · 52 sec
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Continue on Smith Street
704 ft · 29 sec · Smith Street
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Turn left onto Preston Street
101 m · 17 sec · Preston Street
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Turn left onto Louisiana Street
55 m · 5 sec · Louisiana Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Louisiana Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pflugerville 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.
US Highway 290 West
Merge slight left onto US Highway 290 West
64.8 mi · 01h 14m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Pflugerville and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Houston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pflugerville to Houston?
The road trip is about 158.3 miles (254.8 km) and usually takes 02h 36m 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?
Burton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78.5 miles from Pflugerville and 79.9 miles from Houston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 142.7 miles (229.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.6 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 1:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.12 one way or $42.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Pflugerville and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Houston.
Stop Ideas Near Burton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pflugerville and Houston. Straight-line distance: 142.75 mi (229.74 km).
#1 Pflugerville
The most populous city in Travis County, Texas.
| Population | 66,826 |
| Coordinates | 30.4393700, -97.6200000 |
| Altitude | 219 |
| 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: 255 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 58m |
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 | $21.12 | $42.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.77 | $47.54 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $25.66 | $51.33 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $22.32 | $44.64 |
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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