Spanning 659.3 miles across Texas, this journey from Presidio to Houston is a significant undertaking that requires approximately 10 hours and 25 minutes of pure driving time. Given the length of the trip, you should plan for at least two days on the road rather than attempting it in a single push. Expect to budget roughly $98 for fuel, though market fluctuations may impact this total. You will navigate primarily via North Erma Avenue, US 67, and Highway 67 as you transition across the state. Because you remain within the Great Plains region for the duration of the trip, the landscape maintains a consistent feel, yet the sheer distance makes careful pacing essential for a comfortable experience.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
3 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
328.6 miles from Presidio, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 5h 33m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
247.3 mi
3h 52m
I 10
210.7 mi
3h 34m
US Highway 67
80 mi
1h 27m
South US Higway 67
25.4 mi
28m
Anderson Loop
25.4 mi
29m
US Highway 90 East
24.9 mi
26m
90th Infantry Division Highway
14.9 mi
15m
Katy Freeway
10.7 mi
13m
Longest stretch:
La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
— 247.3 mi, about 3h 52m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 44 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~1,584 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,261
Quietest
2 AM
~235 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 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 Presidio, TX and Houston, TX.
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Start on West O'Reilly Street
81 ft·9 sec·West O'Reilly Street
2
Turn sharp right onto US 67 Bus
0.6 mi·1 min·North Erma Avenue
3
Keep slight left at fork onto US 67 Bus; FM 170
0.3 mi·39 sec·US 67 Business
4
Turn right onto US 67; FM 170
54 mi·59 min·US Highway 67
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 67
4.1 mi·4 min·US Highway 67
6
Continue on US 67
0.4 mi·51 sec·South Highland Street
7
Turn right onto US 67; US 90
0.4 mi·56 sec·East San Antonio Street
8
Continue on US 67; US 90
25 mi·26 min·US Highway 90 East
9
Continue on US 67; US 90
1.6 mi·1 min·West Holland Avenue
10
Continue on US 67; US 90
7.6 mi·8 min·East US Highway 90
11
Turn slight left onto US 67
22 mi·24 min·US Highway 67
12
Continue on US 67
25 mi·28 min·South US Higway 67
13
Turn right onto Interstate 10 West
0.1 mi·13 sec·Interstate 10 West
14
Take the ramp onto La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
247 mi·3 hr 52 min·La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
Toward I 10 East: Fort Stockton
15
Continue on I 10
54 mi·54 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
5.4 mi·5 min·I 10; US 87
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 556BToward Frontage RoadUse the slight right lane.
18
Turn straight onto Interstate 10 West
0.5 mi·54 sec·Interstate 10 West
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Turn left onto North Loop 1604 West
0.4 mi·43 sec·North Loop 1604 West
Use the straight lane.
20
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·13 sec
Toward Loop 1604 East
21
Merge onto Loop 1604
25 mi·29 min·Anderson Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Turn left onto Interstate 10 East
0.9 mi·2 min·Interstate 10 East
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Take the ramp
0.2 mi·20 sec
24
Merge onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
15 mi·15 min·90th Infantry Division Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Continue on I 10; TX 130
151 mi·2 hr 34 min·I 10; TX 130
Toward I 10 East: Houston, Austin, WacoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.3 mi·22 sec
Toward I 10 Toll: Katy TollwayUse the slight left lane.
27
Merge onto I 10 Toll
3.2 mi·4 min·Katy Tollway
28
Take the exit
0.2 mi·15 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Merge onto I 10; US 90
11 mi·13 min·Katy Freeway
Use the slight left lane.
30
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Exit 769AToward Downtown, Theatre DistrictUse the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Continue on Smith Street
0.1 mi·29 sec·Smith Street
32
Turn left onto Preston Street
331 ft·16 sec·Preston Street
33
Turn left onto Louisiana Street
179 ft·5 sec·Louisiana Street
34
Arrive at destination
Louisiana Street
Trip Plan
To manage the 659.3-mile distance effectively, plan to break your journey into two distinct segments to avoid driver fatigue. Since you are looking at a 10-hour and 25-minute total drive time, scheduling at least two stops is highly recommended to refuel your vehicle and stretch your legs. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $98 estimate can shift based on your vehicle's efficiency and local station prices along your specific path. Leaving early in the morning is your best strategy to navigate the initial sections of the route while you are fresh. Prioritize consistent pacing throughout the trip to ensure you reach Houston safely without feeling rushed by the clock.
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.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 328.6 miles from Presidio, TX, or about 5h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 247.3 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 145 miles or 2h 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 328.6 miles or 5h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 328.6 miles or 5h 33m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 10h 8m
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 Presidio, 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.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Presidio, TX
Aim for roughly 329 miles and 5.6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Houston, TX
Aim for roughly 329 miles and 5.6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 145 miles from Presidio, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 3 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor for about 247.3 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 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 442.8 and 656.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
442.8 mi into trip|~7h 24m in|I 10; US 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
448.2 mi into trip|~7h 30m in
Take the exit toward Frontage Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 556B
Toward Frontage Road
6
449.3 mi into trip|~7h 32m in|North Loop 1604 West
Turn left onto North Loop 1604 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
642.2 mi into trip|~10h 54m in
Take the exit toward I 10 Toll: Katy Tollway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 10 Toll: Katy Tollway
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656.6 mi into trip|~11h 12m in
Take the exit toward Downtown, Theatre District
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.
Exit 769A
Toward Downtown, Theatre District
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$90.02 one way
$180.03 round trip
$3.48/gal25.4 MPG avg230 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.89
$100.55
$201.09
premium
$4.23
$109.32
$218.64
diesel
$4.80
$124.09
$248.18
Estimated Tolls: $0.23
Katy Tollway
(3.2 mi)$0.23
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$90
Tolls
$0
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$220–$330
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 229.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $69 in charging
· 2 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
197.2
2
$69.01
$31.55
Efficient EV
164.3
1
$57.51
$26.29
EV Truck/SUV
262.9
3
$92.01
$42.06
Gas CO2
230 kg
EV CO2
77 kg (67% less)
Plan for 2 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 16, 2026
Origin
Presidio, TX
Evening
in Presidio on Saturday
Local time
8:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
91°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
E 5 to 10 mph45% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 3:35PM CDT until July 16 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 16 at 3:32PM CDT until July 21 at 2:00PM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
Destination
Houston, TX
Evening
in Houston on Saturday
Local time
8:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
91°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 mph19% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 3:35PM CDT until July 16 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 16 at 3:32PM CDT until July 21 at 2:00PM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
72°F
Big Lake, TX
217 mi in
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
11h 14m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
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.
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to San Antonio Missions, a National Park Service site and the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Texas. Each mission in the park is a center of community and has been since the early 1700s. Th...
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
Free
near mile 475.9
Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park tells the story of our 36th president beginning with his ancestors until his final resting place on his beloved LBJ Ranch. This entire "circle of life" gives...
28 mi from route
~69 min detour
Free
near mile 407.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a focused, long-distance drive that prioritizes steady progress over high-speed interstate cruising, as the route features 0% highway share. Your time behind the wheel will be spent navigating local roads and highway stretches, which provides a more grounded perspective of the Texas landscape than a typical freeway slog. The character of the road shifts as you move from the remote setting of Presidio toward the bustling environment of Houston. Because this is not a traditional interstate route, your pace will be dictated by the local flow of traffic and the specific configuration of US 67. Prepare yourself for a steady, rhythmic drive that demands consistent attention to road conditions.
51% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 247.3 mi on La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
At 11h 14m, this is a long-haul route where pacing matters more than any single turn. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 442.8 miles in near I 10; US 87.
Driving Effort10/10
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 22 significant decision points across 657.2 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 442.8 miles (I 10; US 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 448.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 449.3 miles (North Loop 1604 West): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
4,529 ft35 ft
Total Climb
2,039 ft
Total Descent
4,585 ft
Highest Point
4,529 ft
~46.9 mi in
Elevation Range
4,494 ft
Notable High Points
4,529 ft at ~46.9 miles+124 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Presidio, TX and Houston, TX, road signs point toward Loop 1604 East, Austin and Waco.
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
Long-haul drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 247.3 miles on La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 329 miles on day one.
Expect about $0.23 in tolls one way, starting with Katy 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.
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 3 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 442.8 miles (I 10; US 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 448.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 449.3 miles (North Loop 1604 West): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 11.2 hours each way, a round trip means 22.5 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.
