Trip from Presidio, TX to Houston, TX

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

Drive Time

11h 14m

Distance

657.2 mi

1,058 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$99

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min

4 AM

11h 4m ★

6 AM

11h 14m

8 AM

11h 35m

10 AM

11h 22m

12 PM

11h 20m

3 PM

11h 23m

5 PM

11h 34m

8 PM

11h 8m

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

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Presidio, TX

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Trip Overview

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 .

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on West O'Reilly Street

81 ft · 9 sec · West O'Reilly Street

Turn sharp right onto US 67 Bus

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Erma Avenue

Keep slight left at fork onto US 67 Bus; FM 170

0.3 mi · 39 sec · US 67 Business

Turn right onto US 67; FM 170

54 mi · 59 min · US Highway 67

Keep slight left at fork onto US 67

4.1 mi · 4 min · US Highway 67

Continue on US 67

0.4 mi · 51 sec · South Highland Street

Turn right onto US 67; US 90

0.4 mi · 56 sec · East San Antonio Street

Continue on US 67; US 90

25 mi · 26 min · US Highway 90 East

Continue on US 67; US 90

1.6 mi · 1 min · West Holland Avenue

Continue on US 67; US 90

7.6 mi · 8 min · East US Highway 90

Turn slight left onto US 67

22 mi · 24 min · US Highway 67

Continue on US 67

25 mi · 28 min · South US Higway 67

Turn right onto Interstate 10 West

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Interstate 10 West

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

Continue on I 10

54 mi · 54 min · I 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

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.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 556B Toward Frontage Road Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto Interstate 10 West

0.5 mi · 54 sec · Interstate 10 West

Turn left onto North Loop 1604 West

0.4 mi · 43 sec · North Loop 1604 West

Use the straight lane.

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 13 sec

Toward Loop 1604 East

Merge onto Loop 1604

25 mi · 29 min · Anderson Loop

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto Interstate 10 East

0.9 mi · 2 min · Interstate 10 East

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 20 sec

Merge onto I 10; US 90; TX 130

15 mi · 15 min · 90th Infantry Division Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 10; TX 130

151 mi · 2 hr 34 min · I 10; TX 130

Toward I 10 East: Houston, Austin, Waco Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 22 sec

Toward I 10 Toll: Katy Tollway Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto I 10 Toll

3.2 mi · 4 min · Katy Tollway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 15 sec

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 10; US 90

11 mi · 13 min · Katy Freeway

Use the slight left lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 52 sec

Exit 769A Toward Downtown, Theatre District Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on Smith Street

0.1 mi · 29 sec · Smith Street

Turn left onto Preston Street

331 ft · 16 sec · Preston Street

Turn left onto Louisiana Street

179 ft · 5 sec · Louisiana Street

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

Open the route before leaving Presidio, 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.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

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.

First major stop

Coffee and fuel

Big Lake, TX

217 mi into the route

Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch

This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.

Popular next leg

Big Lake, TX to Houston, TX

446.5 mi · 7h 49m

city in Bexar County, Texas, United States

Second major stop

Overnight candidate

Alamo Heights, TX

434 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Alamo Heights, TX

Popular next leg

Alamo Heights, TX to Houston, TX

196.3 mi · 3h 32m

Overnight Options

Night 1

Kerrville, TX

329 mi · about 5.6h in

A practical overnight split lands near Kerrville, TX after about 329 miles or 5.6 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Pecos, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 145 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Live Oak, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 328.6 miles from Presidio, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 247.3 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 329 miles or 5.6 hours on the road.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Downtown Aquarium

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Houston, Texas

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour

Hours: 10 am–8:30 pm

+17132233474

Visit website

Cidercade Houston

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Houston, Texas

1.1 mi

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

Cidercade Houston

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Houston, Texas

Hours: 10 am–12 pm

+13462417524

Visit website

Children's Museum Houston

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Houston, Texas

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+17135221138

Visit website

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour

Houston, Texas

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+17139266368

Visit website

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

$99.30 one way

$198.61 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 230 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.20	$108.70	$217.39
premium	$4.54	$117.34	$234.68
diesel	$5.61	$145.10	$290.20

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

$99

Tolls

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$230–$340

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, 2026-04-13.

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 Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Presidio, TX

Morning in Presidio on Tuesday

Local time

10:51 AM

CDT

Current temp

Unavailable

Destination

Houston, TX

Morning in Houston on Tuesday

Local time

10:51 AM

CDT

Current temp

84°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

62°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.

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.

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 Effort 10/10

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.

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.

Loop 1604 East

449.7 mi in | ~7h 33m

Austin

491.1 mi in | ~8h 20m | via I 10; TX 130

Waco

491.1 mi in | ~8h 20m | via I 10; TX 130

About the Cities

Starting in Presidio, TX

Full guide →

Founded 1684

Presidio is a small town in the Trans-Pecos region of Texas.

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).

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.

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.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Overnight Options

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Downtown Aquarium

Downtown Aquarium

Cidercade Houston

Children's Museum Houston

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Midtown Park

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Houston Zoo

The Orange Show Center for Visionary Art

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Presidio, TX

Houston, TX

Same local time

11h 14m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Presidio, TX

Arriving in Houston, TX

Frequently Asked Questions

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Should I split this drive into multiple days?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

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?

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