Embarking on a 351.6-mile journey from Cameron Park, TX, to Houston, TX, this drive is estimated to take approximately 7 hours and 3 minutes of pure travel time. Designed as a highway-focused experience, 94% of the route utilizes major roadways, making it an efficient trip. With a projected fuel cost of around $53 and planned stops, this route is well-suited for a single-day adventure, though you can certainly adjust the pace. You'll be traversing through the Great Plains region for both your departure and arrival points, maintaining a consistent landscape.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
175.8 miles from Cameron Park, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 36m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
U.S. Highway 77
126.7 mi
2h 20m
US Highway 59 South
88.6 mi
1h 38m
US 77
37.6 mi
44m
United States Highway 77
33 mi
37m
Southwest Freeway
32.6 mi
37m
County Road 79
4 mi
15m
Paredes Line Road
3 mi
4m
Driscoll Bypass
2.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
U.S. Highway 77
— 126.7 mi, about 2h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cameron Park, TX and Houston, TX.
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Start on Avenida Florencia
0.6 mi·2 min·Avenida Florencia
2
Turn left onto Avenida Gregory
0.2 mi·37 sec·Avenida Gregory
3
At end of road, turn right onto FM 1847
3.0 mi·4 min·Paredes Line Road
4
Turn left onto FM 511
1.4 mi·2 min·FM 511
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward TX 550 Toll North, TX 169 Toll North
6
Merge onto I 169; TX 550 Toll
2.1 mi·2 min·Interstate 169
7
Merge onto I 69E; US 77; US 83
2.2 mi·2 min·North Expressway
8
Continue on I 69E; US 77; US 83
102 mi·1 hr 53 min·U.S. Highway 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·14 sec
10
Merge onto I 69E; US 77
1.2 mi·1 min·I 69E; US 77
11
Continue on U.S. Highway 77
12 mi·12 min·U.S. Highway 77
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
13
Turn straight onto US Highway 77 Frontage Road
485 ft·17 sec·US Highway 77 Frontage Road
14
Turn right onto County Road 10
1.0 mi·4 min·County Road 10
15
Turn left onto County Road 79
4.0 mi·15 min·County Road 79
16
Turn left onto County Road 18
0.2 mi·43 sec·County Road 18
17
Turn sharp right
1.1 mi·2 min
18
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·57 sec
19
Merge onto US 77
2.3 mi·2 min·Driscoll Bypass
20
Continue on US 77
13 mi·14 min·U.S. Highway 77
21
Merge onto I 37; US 77; I 69E
1.4 mi·1 min·I 37; US 77; I 69E
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·50 sec
23
Continue on I 37; US 77; I 69E
463 ft·5 sec·I 37; US 77; I 69E
24
Take the exit onto US 77
38 mi·44 min·US 77
Toward Sinton, Victoria
25
Turn slight right onto US 77
33 mi·37 min·United States Highway 77
26
Keep slight left at fork onto Spur 91
1.5 mi·1 min·Spur 91
27
Merge onto US 59
89 mi·1 hr 38 min·US Highway 59 South
28
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
29
Continue on 59 Northbound Frontage Road
1.6 mi·2 min·59 Northbound Frontage Road
30
Continue on this road
0.4 mi·58 sec·this road
31
Continue on US 59 Northbound Frontage Road
2.0 mi·4 min·US 59 Northbound Frontage Road
32
Continue on Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
1.3 mi·2 min·Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
33
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward I 69 North, US 59 North
34
Merge onto I 69; US 59
33 mi·37 min·Southwest Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward Richmond Avenue, Downtown via Louisiana StreetUse the slight left lane.
36
Take the exit
155 ft·3 sec
Toward Downtown, Louisiana StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
37
Continue on Louisiana Street
1.9 mi·4 min·Louisiana Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
38
Arrive at destination
Louisiana Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7-hour drive, aim for an early morning departure from Cameron Park to maximize daylight and ensure you reach Houston with ample time. With only two recommended stops, you'll want to plan them strategically along the 351.6-mile route, perhaps around the halfway point to break up the longest stretch of 126.7 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer segments on U.S. Highway 77, as services can be spaced out. The fuel cost is estimated at $53, so budget accordingly.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 175.8 miles from Cameron Park, TX, or about 3h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 126.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 77 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 175.8 miles or 3h 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Houston, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cameron Park, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cameron Park, TX
This is one driving day of about 351.6 miles and 7h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 77 miles from Cameron Park, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on U.S. Highway 77 for about 126.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 349.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.8 mi into trip|~3m in|FM 1847 / Paredes Line Road
At end of road, turn right onto FM 1847 / Paredes Line Road
Navigation decision point
5
130.3 mi into trip|~2h 43m in
Turn sharp right
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
149.6 mi into trip|~3h 5m in|US 77
Take the exit onto US 77 toward Sinton, Victoria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Sinton, Victoria
8
348.8 mi into trip|~6h 57m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Richmond Avenue, Downtown via Louisiana Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Richmond Avenue, Downtown via Louisiana...
7
349.6 mi into trip|~6h 58m in
Take the exit toward Downtown, Louisiana Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Downtown, Louisiana Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.13 one way
$106.26 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg123 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$58.15
$116.30
premium
$4.54
$62.78
$125.55
diesel
$5.61
$77.63
$155.26
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 123 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
105.5
1
$36.92
$16.88
Efficient EV
87.9
1
$30.77
$14.06
EV Truck/SUV
140.6
1
$49.22
$22.50
Gas CO2
123 kg
EV CO2
41 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Cameron Park, TX
Late night
in Cameron Park on Tuesday
Local time
5:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
91°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Houston, TX
Late night
in Houston on Tuesday
Local time
5:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Partly Cloudy
S 5 to 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
21 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
7h 3m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park
National Historical Park
On May 8, 1846, U.S. and Mexican troops clashed on the prairie of Palo Alto. The battle was the first in a two-year long war that changed the map of North America. Although the two countries have deve...
Protecting sixty-six miles of wild coastline along the Gulf of America, the narrow barrier island is home to one of the last intact coastal prairie habitats in the United States. Along the hypersaline...
27 mi from route
~67 min detour
$25
near mile 84.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive predominantly features a highway-focused profile, with a substantial 94% share on major roads. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 126.7 miles on U.S. Highway 77, offering a consistent pace. The primary arteries guiding you are U.S. Highway 77 and US Highway 59 South, suggesting a straightforward and largely uninterrupted travel experience. Expect a consistent cruising speed for the majority of your journey.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
38 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 126.7 mi on U.S. Highway 77.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Highway 77 and US Highway 59 South. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near FM 1847 / Paredes Line Road.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 351.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (FM 1847 / Paredes Line Road): Navigation decision point; at 130.3 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 149.6 miles (US 77): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Cameron Park, TX and Houston, TX, road signs point toward Sinton and Victoria.
Houston is a sprawling port city in Southeastern Texas. An oil boom and continuing international immigration has brought explosive growth to the city, and it is now the fifth largest metropolitan area in the United States and the most diverse large city since 2021. While at first glance, the city appears to be a 9-5 central business district surrounded by a sea of suburbs and strip malls, there are many hidden gems to be discovered.
Top landmarks
•Museum of Fine Arts, Houston — art museum in Houston, Texas
•Astrodome — historic place in Houston, Harris County, Texas
•Rothko Chapel — building in Houston, Harris County, Texas
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 3m. Total distance: 351.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 3m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 126.7 miles on U.S. Highway 77. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Houston, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (FM 1847 / Paredes Line Road): Navigation decision point; at 130.3 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 149.6 miles (US 77): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park and Padre Island National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.1 hours each way, a round trip means 14.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Houston, TX before the return drive.
