How far is Port Arthur, TX from Houston, TX?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Port Arthur and Houston is 85.59 miles (137.74 km).
Flight distance from Port Arthur, TX to Houston, TX is 85.59 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 10 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 09 minutes to travel from Port Arthur to Houston with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Port Arthur, Texas to Houston, Texas is: 88.97 miles (143.18 km) by car.
Driving from Port Arthur to Houston will take approximately 01 hours 25 minutes.
#1 Port Arthur
The most populous city in Jefferson County, Texas. It is located on the Sabine River in southeastern Texas. Port Arthur is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Museum of the Gulf Coast and the Art Museum of Southeast Texas.
| Population | 53921 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 29°53'7"N 93°56'32"W |
| Latitude | 29.8851900 |
| Longitude | -93.9423300 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| 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 Port Arthur and Houston
The distance between Port Arthur and Houston is 143 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 35 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 Port Arthur and Houston. The current time is 00:13:35.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 57 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 13 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 46 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 28 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 16 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 11 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 06 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 11.88 liters (3.14 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Port Arthur and Houston.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Port Arthur to Houston is $9.48 (diesel $12.54).
Texas gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.02 | $3.45 | $3.78 | $3.99 |
| Total | $9.48 | $10.82 | $11.86 | $12.54 |
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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 Port Arthur and Houston (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
