How far is Smith Point, TX from Houston, TX?
The driving distance from Smith Point, TX to Houston, TX is about 71 miles (114.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.5 miles (63.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 41m 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 01h 50m.
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.
City in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Smith Point and Houston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smith Point and Houston.
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Start on County Dock Road
16 m · 7 sec · County Dock Road
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Turn left onto Smith Point Road
14.3 mi · 34 min · Smith Point Road
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Continue on Smith Point Road
8.2 mi · 15 min · Smith Point Road
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Continue on State Highway 61
3.9 mi · 7 min · State Highway 61
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Turn left onto I 10 Frontage Road
1.4 km · 1 min · I 10 Frontage Road
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Take the ramp straight toward I 10 West
1286 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
42.2 mi · 50 min
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Take the exit slight right toward San Jacinto Street, Main Street
932 ft · 23 sec
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Turn straight onto Providence Street
599 ft · 12 sec · Providence Street
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Continue on North San Jacinto Street
1636 ft · 32 sec · North San Jacinto Street
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Continue on Fannin Street
1878 ft · 51 sec · Fannin Street
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Turn right onto Prairie Street
1338 ft · 48 sec · Prairie Street
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Turn right onto Louisiana Street
157 m · 17 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 Smith Point 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.
I 10 West
Merge slight left
42.2 mi · 00h 50m
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 Smith Point and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Houston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Smith Point to Houston?
The road trip is about 71 miles (114.2 km) and usually takes 01h 50m 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?
Cove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.4 miles from Smith Point and 35.5 miles from Houston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.5 miles (63.5 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 2:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.28 one way or $18.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Smith Point and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Houston.
Stop Ideas Near Cove
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Old Pelly City Hall and Harris County Library Building
Baytown City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Cove.
Houston
Houston, TX
Galveston (Texas Eagle Bus), Texas
Beaumont
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Smith Point and Houston. Straight-line distance: 39.43 mi (63.46 km).
#1 Smith Point
Smith Point is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 29.5369000, -94.7604700 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| 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: Houston (-95.36327, 29.76328)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 114 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
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 | $3.71 | $9.28 | $18.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.22 | $10.54 | $21.08 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $11.48 | $22.96 |
| Diesel | $5.76 | $14.40 | $28.79 |
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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