How far is Seadrift, TX from Houston, TX?
The driving distance from Seadrift, TX to Houston, TX is about 155.3 miles (249.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 123.8 miles (199.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 16m 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 02h 38m.
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.
This small community in Wharton County, Texas, is situated on the Gulf Coastal Plain, an area characterized by its flat terrain and fertile soils.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Seadrift and Houston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Seadrift and Houston.
-
1
Start on South 4th Street
22 m · 8 sec · South 4th Street
-
2
Turn left onto West Broadway Avenue
1 km · 1 min · West Broadway Avenue
-
3
Continue on State Highway 185 North
8.5 mi · 15 min · State Highway 185 North
-
4
At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 35 South
93 m · 10 sec · State Highway 35 South
-
5
Turn left onto State Highway 185 North
20.1 mi · 30 min · State Highway 185 North
-
6
Turn right onto US Highway 59 North
1.1 km · 2 min · US Highway 59 North
-
7
Take the ramp slight left
1459 ft · 36 sec
-
8
Merge slight left
83.6 mi · 1 hr 33 min
-
9
Take the exit slight right
1551 ft · 38 sec
-
10
Continue on 59 Northbound Frontage Road
1.6 mi · 2 min · 59 Northbound Frontage Road
-
11
Continue straight
2146 ft · 59 sec
-
12
Continue on US 59 Northbound Frontage Road
2 mi · 5 min · US 59 Northbound Frontage Road
-
13
Continue on Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
-
14
Take the ramp slight left toward I 69 North, US 59 North
1304 ft · 32 sec
-
15
Merge slight left onto Southwest Freeway
32.6 mi · 38 min · Southwest Freeway
-
16
Keep slight left to continue on Richmond Avenue, Downtown via Louisiana Street
1.4 km · 1 min
-
17
Take the exit slight right toward Downtown, Louisiana Street
47 m · 4 sec
-
18
Continue on Louisiana Street
1.9 mi · 5 min · Louisiana Street
-
19
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Louisiana Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Seadrift 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 59 North
Merge slight left
83.6 mi · 01h 33m
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 Seadrift 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 Seadrift to Houston?
The road trip is about 155.3 miles (249.9 km) and usually takes 02h 38m 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?
Louise is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.5 miles from Seadrift and 77.7 miles from Houston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 123.8 miles (199.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.5 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 1:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.71 one way or $41.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Seadrift and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Houston.
Stop Ideas Near Louise
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 Louise.
Prairie View, TX
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Seadrift and Houston. Straight-line distance: 123.78 mi (199.2 km).
#1 Seadrift
City in Calhoun County, Texas, United States
| Population | 1,500 |
| Coordinates | 28.4152800, -96.7135900 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| 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: 250 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 56m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $20.71 | $41.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.30 | $46.60 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $25.16 | $50.32 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $21.88 | $43.76 |
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 · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.