How far is Port Lavaca, TX from Houston, TX?
The driving distance from Port Lavaca, TX to Houston, TX is about 127.1 miles (204.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 110 miles (177 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 32m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 16m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Texas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Port Lavaca and Houston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Lavaca and Houston.
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Start on East Main Street
857 ft · 23 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto North Commerce Street
1265 ft · 25 sec · North Commerce Street
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Turn straight onto Broadway Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · Broadway Street
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Turn right onto State Highway 35
11.6 mi · 17 min · State Highway 35
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Turn left
22.9 mi · 40 min
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Turn right onto Feeder Road
585 ft · 18 sec · Feeder Road
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Take the ramp left
835 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
49.4 mi · 56 min
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Take the exit slight right
1551 ft · 38 sec
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Continue on 59 Northbound Frontage Road
1.6 mi · 2 min · 59 Northbound Frontage Road
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Continue straight
2146 ft · 59 sec
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Continue on US 59 Northbound Frontage Road
2 mi · 5 min · US 59 Northbound Frontage Road
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Continue on Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 69 North, US 59 North
1304 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto Southwest Freeway
32.6 mi · 38 min · Southwest Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on Richmond Avenue, Downtown via Louisiana Street
1.4 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Downtown, Louisiana Street
47 m · 4 sec
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Continue on Louisiana Street
1.9 mi · 5 min · 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 Port Lavaca and Houston.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Feeder Road
Merge slight left
49.4 mi · 00h 56m
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 Port Lavaca and Chance 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 Port Lavaca to Houston?
The road trip is about 127.1 miles (204.6 km) and usually takes 02h 16m 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?
Wharton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 63.6 miles from Port Lavaca and 63.4 miles from Houston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 110 miles (177 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.1 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 1:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.97 one way or $33.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Port Lavaca and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Houston.
Stop Ideas Near Wharton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Port Lavaca and Houston. Straight-line distance: 109.98 mi (177 km).
#1 Port Lavaca
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 11,671 |
| Coordinates | 28.6150000, -96.6260900 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| 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: 205 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 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 | $3.78 | $16.97 | $33.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.09 | $38.18 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $20.61 | $41.23 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $17.93 | $35.86 |
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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