How far is Weslaco, TX from Houston, TX?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Weslaco and Houston is 296.13 miles (476.58 km).
Flight distance from Weslaco, TX to Houston, TX is 296.13 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 41 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 37 minutes to travel from Weslaco to Houston with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Weslaco, Texas to Houston, Texas is: 346.49 miles (557.62 km) by car.
Driving from Weslaco to Houston will take approximately 05 hours 17 minutes.
#1 Weslaco
The largest city in Hidalgo County, Texas. It is located on the Rio Grande River in the southern part of the state. Weslaco is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Weslaco Historical Society and the Weslaco Museum.
| Population | 43273 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 26°9'34"N 97°59'27"W |
| Latitude | 26.1595200 |
| Longitude | -97.9908400 |
| Altitude | 24 |
| 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 Weslaco and Houston
The distance between Weslaco and Houston is 558 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 06 hours 11 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 Weslaco and Houston. The current time is 12:09:25.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11 hours 32 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08 hours 39 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06 hours 55 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05 hours 46 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04 hours 56 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 04 hours 37 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 04 hours 19 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 46.28 liters (12.23 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Weslaco and Houston.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Weslaco to Houston is $36.94 (diesel $48.82).
Texas gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.02 | $3.45 | $3.78 | $3.99 |
| Total | $36.94 | $42.12 | $46.18 | $48.82 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Texas ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.021 (Diesel $3.993) /gallon. Last changed prices on May 16, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Weslaco and Houston (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
