How far is Tenaha, TX from Houston, TX?
Fastest route
The distance between Tenaha, Texas 75974 and Houston, Texas is approximately 179 miles (289 kilometers). The fastest route is currently via US-59 S. Here are some tips and suggestions for the journey:
Directions
- Start your journey on US-59 S/S George Bowers Dr in Tenaha.
- Continue on US-59 S and follow the signs.
- Take the ramp onto US-59 S/South St.
- Stay on US-59 S and merge onto US-59 S/S First St.
- Take exit 147 to merge onto 4th St/Eastex Fwy Rd.
- Use the left lane to take the I-69 S/US-59 S ramp.
- Take exit 145 toward Greens Rd and merge onto 4th St/Eastex Fwy Rd.
- Use the left lane to take the ramp onto I-69/US-59 S.
- Use the right three lanes to take exit 132 to merge onto I-10 W toward San Antonio.
- Take exit 768B on the left to merge onto I-45 S.
- Use the left two lanes to take exit 47C for McKinney St in Houston.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Leave Tenaha on US-59 S/S George Bowers Dr.
- ⛽ Make sure to fuel up before hitting the road.
- 🚧 Follow the signs for US-59 S/South St.
- 🛣️ Stay on US-59 S and merge onto US-59 S/S First St.
- 🚥 Take exit 147 to merge onto 4th St/Eastex Fwy Rd.
- 🚘 Use the left lane to take the I-69 S/US-59 S ramp.
- 📴 Stay connected with GPS or navigation assistance throughout the journey.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 01m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Polk County, Texas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tenaha and Houston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tenaha and Houston.
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Start on South Center Street
22 m · 9 sec · South Center Street
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Turn left onto South George Bowers Drive
32.9 mi · 38 min · South George Bowers Drive
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Continue on Northwest Stallings Drive
6.4 mi · 7 min · Northwest Stallings Drive
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Continue on Stallings Drive
2015 ft · 26 sec · Stallings Drive
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Take the exit slight right
919 ft · 25 sec
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Turn straight
68 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left onto South Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · South Street
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Continue on South US Highway 59
19.4 mi · 22 min · South US Highway 59
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Take the exit slight right toward South First Street
121 m · 10 sec
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Turn straight onto South Medford Drive
1041 ft · 23 sec · South Medford Drive
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Turn left onto South First Street
4.1 mi · 5 min · South First Street
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Continue on US 59
1.3 mi · 2 min · US 59
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Continue on Diboll Relief Route
111 mi · 2 hr 2 min · Diboll Relief Route
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Take the exit slight right toward I 10 East, I 10 West: Beaumont, San Antonio
1018 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 10 West: San Antonio
1154 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto East Freeway
2497 ft · 35 sec · East Freeway
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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 Tenaha and Houston.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Diboll Relief Route
Continue on Diboll Relief Route
111 mi · 02h 02m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Tenaha and Mostly Cloudy then 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 Tenaha to Houston?
The road trip is about 179.1 miles (288.2 km) and usually takes 03h 01m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Corrigan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 89.9 miles from Tenaha and 89.3 miles from Houston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 164.6 miles (264.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:58 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.88 one way or $47.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Tenaha and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Houston.
Stop Ideas Near Corrigan
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 Corrigan.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tenaha and Houston. Straight-line distance: 164.63 mi (264.95 km).
#1 Tenaha
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,134 |
| Coordinates | 31.9437800, -94.2440900 |
| Altitude | 106 |
| 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: 288 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $23.88 | $47.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.87 | $53.75 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $29.02 | $58.03 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $25.24 | $50.47 |
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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