Origin
Fulshear, TX
Morning in Fulshear on Tuesday
Local time
9:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fulshear, TX to Houston, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
44m
Distance
33.7 mi
54 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fulshear, TX
Al d'Vilas
Houston, TX
Trace Hudson
Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from Fulshear into the heart of Houston, expect a straightforward 33.8-mile journey that takes approximately 43 minutes. This route stays entirely within the Great Plains region of Texas, making it a quick and easy trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of just $5, it is an incredibly economical drive for a single day. Because there are no scheduled stops required, you have the flexibility to make this trip on your own schedule. It serves as a practical, direct link between the suburban feel of Fulshear and the urban density of Houston.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Westpark Tollway | 13.5 mi | 15m |
| Southwest Freeway | 5.9 mi | 7m |
| Fort Bend Westpark Tollway | 5.8 mi | 6m |
| FM 1093 | 3 mi | 4m |
| Louisiana Street | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Farm to Market 1093 Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Westpark Tollway
— 13.5 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fulshear, TX and Houston, TX.
1
Start on this road
226 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn straight onto FM 359; FM 1093
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Farm to Market 1093 Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Continue on FM 359; FM 1093
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
FM 359; FM 1093
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Take the ramp
462 ft
·
11 sec
Toward WPT East
5
Continue on WPT
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Westpark Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on WPT
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Fort Bend Westpark Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on WPT
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Westpark Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 59 North: Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 69; US 59
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Southwest Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward Richmond Avenue, Downtown via Louisiana Street
Use the slight left lane.
11
Take the exit
155 ft
·
3 sec
Toward Downtown, Louisiana Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on Louisiana Street
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Louisiana Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Arrive at destination
Louisiana Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 31.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
FM 359; FM 1093 / Farm to Market 1093 Road
Turn straight onto FM 359; FM 1093 / Farm to Market 1093 Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
24.2 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward US 59 North: Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 59 North: Downtown
5
25.1 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
I 69; US 59 / Southwest Freeway
Merge onto I 69; US 59 / Southwest Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
30.9 mi into trip
|
~38m 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
31.8 mi into trip
|
~39m 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
$5.09 one way
$10.18 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $5.57 | $11.15 |
| premium | $4.54 | $6.02 | $12.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.44 | $14.88 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.34
Westpark Tollway
(13.5 mi)
$0.94
Fort Bend Westpark Tollway
(5.8 mi)
$0.40
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$1
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.54 | $1.62 |
| Efficient EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.95 | $1.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.72 | $2.16 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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.
Destination
Houston, TX
Morning in Houston on Tuesday
Local time
9:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Partly Sunny
SE 10 to 15 mph
5% chance
Live forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 17 at 7:31AM CDT until April 17 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 17 at 7:25AM CDT until April 18 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
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
2 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
44m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will spend your time navigating via Farm to Market 1093 Road, FM 1093, and WPT East. This configuration means you should stay alert, as the personality of the road is defined by local turns rather than high-speed highway stretches. Since there is no single long, uninterrupted stretch, the drive requires your full attention as you transition between these local thoroughfares. It is a functional, ground-level perspective of the area that avoids the typical interstate experience.
Only 26% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.5 mi on Westpark Tollway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near FM 359; FM 1093 / Farm to Market 1093 Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 33.7 miles you will encounter 6 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (FM 359; FM 1093 / Farm to Market 1093 Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.1 miles (I 69; US 59 / Southwest Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
133 ft
35 ft
Total Climb
21 ft
Total Descent
116 ft
Highest Point
133 ft
~2.4 mi in
Elevation Range
98 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Fulshear, TX and Houston, TX, road signs point toward Wpt East and Downtown.
Wpt East
4.8 mi in
|
~7m
Downtown
31.8 mi in
|
~39m
About the Cities
Starting in Fulshear, 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.
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 44m. Total distance: 33.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (26%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.5 miles on Westpark Tollway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.34 in tolls one way, starting with Westpark Tollway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (FM 359; FM 1093 / Farm to Market 1093 Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.1 miles (I 69; US 59 / Southwest Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Houston, TX before heading back.
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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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