Melissa, TX Road Trips
With 2 routes heading out and 3 heading in, Melissa, TX works well as a modest departure point in the Great Plains. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 234-mile quick runs to 312-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Melissa, TX head south, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
Photo: Victor Gavela
Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
567.3 mi
Brownsville, TX
Quickest Drive
4h 10m
Austin, TX
Plan Around Melissa, TX
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Melissa, TX is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Melissa, TX
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Melissa, TX
Driving from Melissa, TX
Expect an average of 273 miles and about 4h 54m behind the wheel when leaving Melissa, TX. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 312 miles (5h 37m), while the shortest is just 234 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Melissa, TX most often head toward San Antonio, TX (312.2 mi, 5h 37m) and Austin, TX (234 mi, 4h 10m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in TX currently averages around $3.8 per gallon. For the typical 273-mile trip from Melissa, TX, budget about $41 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 2 mapped routes leaving Melissa, TX and 3 routes heading into Melissa, TX, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 234 to 312 miles.
The longest mapped route from Melissa, TX covers 312 miles and takes approximately 5h 37m. Shorter options start at just 234 miles.
The average route from Melissa, TX runs about 273 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 54m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.8/gallon for regular), the average 273-mile trip from Melissa, TX costs roughly $41 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Melissa, TX include San Antonio, TX and Austin, TX. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Melissa, TX by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
17,497
Median Income
$137,875
Median Home Value
$430,300
Median Age
36.5
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Melissa, TX at a Glance
Founded
1853
Elevation
679 ft
Area
10 mi²
City data from Wikidata (Q973781), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Trips to Melissa, TX
Nearby Hubs
Other cities within driving distance of Melissa, TX that also have route pages.
Escape Planner
Where to go from Melissa, TX?
Curated day trips, weekend getaways, and overnight routes — grouped by how much time you have and the kind of trip you want.
Drives from Melissa, TX in your inbox
Monthly note with new routes, weekend drive ideas, and seasonal picks for TX. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Browse more TX road trips or choose a route from Melissa, TX above.