Trip from Edcouch, TX to Houston, TX

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 46m

Distance

330.6 mi

532 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$45

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

4 AM

6h 35m ★

6 AM

6h 47m

8 AM

7h 10m

10 AM

6h 55m

12 PM

6h 53m

3 PM

6h 56m

5 PM

7h 9m

8 PM

6h 40m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Edcouch, TX

Jeff Stapleton

Houston, TX

Trace Hudson

Trip Overview

Edcouch, TX to Houston, TX is 330.6 miles and takes about 6h 46m via U.S. Highway 77 and US Highway 59 South, with a fuel budget near $50 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Texas, moving from the southern tip of the state up towards the Gulf Coast region. It's a predominantly highway drive, making it a straightforward option if you're looking to cover ground efficiently. You'll spend most of your time on major roadways, so plan for a steady pace with minimal detours. Consider this a solid day trip for getting between these two points.

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

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

165.3 miles from Edcouch, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 32m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
U.S. Highway 77	100.9 mi	1h 52m
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
Mile 1 West Road	2.8 mi	4m
Farm to Market Road 2629	2.5 mi	4m

Longest stretch: U.S. Highway 77 — 100.9 mi, about 1h 52m

Traffic on I-69

Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 12 FHWA count stations on your route.

Peak

4 PM

~682 veh/hr typical · worst 936

Quietest

2 AM

~109 veh/hr

Peak-to-quiet ratio

6.3×

busier at peak than in the quiet hours

12a 6a noon 6p 11p

Averaged across 51 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Edcouch, TX and Houston, TX.

Start on FM 1015

17 ft · 7 sec · Llano Grande Street

Turn left onto TX 107

1.0 mi · 1 min · East Santa Rosa Avenue

Continue on TX 107

1.0 mi · 1 min · Mile 16½ North Road

Turn left onto FM 491

0.5 mi · 54 sec · South Chapa Road

Continue on FM 491

2.8 mi · 4 min · Mile 1 West Road

Turn straight onto FM 491

1.9 mi · 3 min · FM 491

Keep slight right at fork onto FM 2629

2.2 mi · 3 min · Farm-to-Market Road 2629

Continue on FM 2629

2.5 mi · 4 min · Farm to Market Road 2629

Continue on FM 2629

0.2 mi · 30 sec · Farm-to-Market Road 2629

At end of road, turn left onto FM 506; FM 2629

2.2 mi · 4 min · FM 506; FM 2629

Turn left onto Interstate 69E Frontage Road

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Interstate 69E Frontage Road

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Merge onto I 69E; US 77

76 mi · 1 hr 25 min · U.S. Highway 77

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 14 sec

Merge onto I 69E; US 77

1.2 mi · 1 min · I 69E; US 77

Continue on U.S. Highway 77

12 mi · 12 min · U.S. Highway 77

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Turn straight onto US Highway 77 Frontage Road

485 ft · 17 sec · US Highway 77 Frontage Road

Turn right onto County Road 10

1.0 mi · 4 min · County Road 10

Turn left onto County Road 79

4.0 mi · 15 min · County Road 79

Turn left onto County Road 18

0.2 mi · 43 sec · County Road 18

Turn sharp right

1.1 mi · 2 min

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 57 sec

Merge onto US 77

2.3 mi · 2 min · Driscoll Bypass

Continue on US 77

13 mi · 14 min · U.S. Highway 77

Merge onto I 37; US 77; I 69E

1.4 mi · 1 min · I 37; US 77; I 69E

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 50 sec

Continue on I 37; US 77; I 69E

463 ft · 5 sec · I 37; US 77; I 69E

Take the exit onto US 77

38 mi · 44 min · US 77

Toward Sinton, Victoria

Turn slight right onto US 77

33 mi · 37 min · United States Highway 77

Keep slight left at fork onto Spur 91

1.5 mi · 1 min · Spur 91

Merge onto US 59

89 mi · 1 hr 38 min · US Highway 59 South

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec

Continue on 59 Northbound Frontage Road

1.6 mi · 2 min · 59 Northbound Frontage Road

Continue on this road

0.4 mi · 58 sec · this road

Continue on US 59 Northbound Frontage Road

2.0 mi · 4 min · US 59 Northbound Frontage Road

Continue on Southwest Freeway Frontage Road

1.3 mi · 2 min · Southwest Freeway Frontage Road

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Toward I 69 North, US 59 North

Merge onto I 69; US 59

33 mi · 37 min · Southwest Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min

Toward Richmond Avenue, Downtown via Louisiana Street Use the slight left lane.

Take the exit

155 ft · 3 sec

Toward Downtown, Louisiana Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on Louisiana Street

1.9 mi · 4 min · Louisiana Street

Use the straight / left lanes.

Arrive at destination

Louisiana Street

Trip Plan

Given the 6-hour-plus drive time, leaving early in the morning from Edcouch is your best bet to arrive in Houston with daylight to spare. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in how you pace your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially on the longer highway stretches, as the estimated $50 fuel cost is based on current averages. The majority of this route is on highways like U.S. Highway 77 and US 59 South, so you'll want to be mindful of potential traffic congestion as you enter the greater Houston area, particularly if you're arriving during peak commute times.

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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 165.3 miles from Edcouch, TX, or about 3h 32m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100.9 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 73 miles or 1h 31m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 165.3 miles or 3h 32m 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 30m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Houston, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Edcouch, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Edcouch, TX

This is one driving day of about 330.6 miles and 6h 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 73 miles from Edcouch, TX.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on U.S. Highway 77 for about 100.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Aransas Pass, TX

165 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Popular next leg

Aransas Pass, TX to Houston, TX

200.8 mi · 3h 56m

Pacing Suggestions

San Diego, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 73 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Aransas Pass, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 165.3 miles from Edcouch, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

2.2 mi from route

Brazos River Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Sugar Land, Texas

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+12812752825

Visit website

Downtown Aquarium

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour

Houston, Texas

Hours: 10 am–8:30 pm

+17132233474

Visit website

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Kingsville, Texas

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+13612218705

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 25

5 decision points cluster between mile 14.6 and 328.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

14.6 mi into trip | ~25m in | I 69E; US 77 / U.S. Highway 77

Merge onto I 69E; US 77 / U.S. Highway 77

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

109.3 mi into trip | ~2h 26m in

Turn sharp right

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

128.6 mi into trip | ~2h 49m 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

327.8 mi into trip | ~6h 40m 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...

328.7 mi into trip | ~6h 42m 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

$45.28 one way

$90.56 round trip

$3.48/gal 25.4 MPG avg 116 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$3.89	$50.58	$101.16
premium	$4.23	$54.99	$109.98
diesel	$4.80	$62.42	$124.85

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$45

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$70–$95

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 115.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.

Driving Electric?

About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	99.2	1	$34.71	$15.87
Efficient EV	82.7	0	$28.93	$13.22
EV Truck/SUV	132.2	1	$46.28	$21.16

Gas CO2

116 kg

EV CO2

39 kg (66% 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 Jul 17, 2026

Origin

Edcouch, TX

Late night in Edcouch on Tuesday

Local time

4:20 AM

CDT

Current temp

96°F

Mostly Sunny

SE 13 to 17 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Flash Flood Warning

Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 9:14AM CDT until July 17 at 11:45AM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued July 17 at 9:04AM CDT until July 21 at 3:57AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX

Destination

Houston, TX

Late night in Houston on Tuesday

Local time

4:20 AM

CDT

Current temp

93°F

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

S 5 to 10 mph 23% chance Live forecast

Flash Flood Warning

Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 9:14AM CDT until July 17 at 11:45AM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued July 17 at 9:04AM CDT until July 21 at 3:57AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX

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

3 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

6h 46m 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.

Padre Island National Seashore

National Seashore

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 ~68 min detour $25 near mile 68.4

Park Closure: UPDATE Malaquite Campground & dump station closed through May 28

Park Closure: Dredging at Mansfield Channel; Mile 55-60 of South Beach Closed

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is 92% highway, so expect a good amount of time on major roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 100.9 miles on U.S. Highway 77, offering a chance for some steady cruising. You'll transition from highway to surface roads as you approach your destination. Be prepared for potentially dense exit traffic as you get closer to Houston.

92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

43 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 100.9 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 14.6 miles in near I 69E; US 77 / U.S. Highway 77.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 25 significant decision points across 330.6 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 14.6 miles (I 69E; US 77 / U.S. Highway 77): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 109.3 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 128.6 miles (US 77): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

103 ft 24 ft

Total Climb

151 ft

Total Descent

177 ft

Highest Point

103 ft

~259.8 mi in

Elevation Range

79 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Edcouch, TX and Houston, TX, road signs point toward Sinton and Victoria.

Sinton

128.6 mi in | ~2h 49m | via US 77

Victoria

128.6 mi in | ~2h 49m | via US 77

About the Cities

Starting in Edcouch, TX

Full guide →

Arriving in Houston, TX

Full guide →

“Space City” · Founded 1836

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. === Welcome World Cup fans === Games will be played at NRG Stadium on the south side of Houston The best way to get to the stadium on game day is to use MetroRail trains (red line to NRG Stadium/Astrodome). Fare cards can be purchased at kiosks at train platforms and cost US$1.25 per ride The best hotels for football fans are downtown or near the medical center (both areas have easy access to MetroRail).

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

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 46m. Total distance: 330.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 46m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 100.9 miles on U.S. Highway 77. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 13 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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 1 meaningful breaks. There are 13 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Yes — Padre Island National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.8 hours each way, a round trip means 13.6 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.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Traffic on I-69

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Victoria County Northbound Rest Area

Love's Travel Stop

TA

Victoria County Southbound Rest Area

Kenedy County Rest Area

Buc-ee's

Pilot Travel Center

Love's Travel Stop

Love's Travel Stop

Service Plaza

Service Plaza

Love's Travel Stop

San Patricio County Northbound Rest Area

Brazos River Park

Downtown Aquarium

Union Station

Bates Allen Park

Cidercade Houston

Barbara Fish Daniel Nature Play Area and Picnic Pavilion

Midtown Park

Dick Kleberg Park

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Edcouch, TX

Houston, TX

Same local time

3 degrees cooler at arrival

6h 46m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Padre Island National Seashore

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Elevation Profile

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Edcouch, TX

Arriving in Houston, TX

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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