Origin
Shepherd, TX
Morning in Shepherd on Tuesday
Local time
6:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shepherd, 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
1h 7m
Distance
57.1 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shepherd, TX
Nano Erdozain
Houston, TX
Trace Hudson
Trip Overview
Shepherd to Houston is 57.1 miles and takes about 1h 7m via US 59, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Great Plains region of Texas, making it a straightforward drive. Given the relatively quick travel time, it's ideal for a same-day excursion. You'll be on mostly highway for this route, so expect a consistent pace. It's a practical choice if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 59 | 52.4 mi | 58m |
| Byrd Avenue | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Loop 424 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Freeway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Fannin Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North San Jacinto Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Prairie Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Providence Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 59
— 52.4 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shepherd, TX and Houston, TX.
1
Start on Loop 424
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Byrd Avenue
2
Turn slight right onto Loop 424
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Loop 424
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
4
Merge onto US 59
52 mi
·
58 min
·
US 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 132
Toward I 10 East, I 10 West: Beaumont, San Antonio
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 10 West: San Antonio
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 10; US 90
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Freeway
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 769B
Toward San Jacinto Street, Main Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn straight onto Providence Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Providence Street
10
Continue on North San Jacinto Street
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
North San Jacinto Street
11
Continue on Fannin Street
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Fannin Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Turn right onto Prairie Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Prairie Street
13
Turn right onto Louisiana Street
516 ft
·
16 sec
·
Louisiana Street
14
Arrive at destination
Louisiana Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.5 miles from Shepherd, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 2.5 and 57 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 59
Merge onto US 59
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
54.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward I 10 East, I 10 West: Beaumont, San Antonio
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 132
Toward I 10 East, I 10 West: Beaumont, San Anto...
8
55.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 10 West: San Antonio
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 10 West: San Antonio
8
55.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward San Jacinto Street, Main 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.
Exit 769B
Toward San Jacinto Street, Main Street
5
57 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
Louisiana Street
Turn right onto Louisiana Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.63 one way
$17.26 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $9.44 | $18.89 |
| premium | $4.54 | $10.19 | $20.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.61 | $25.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.1 | 0 | $6.00 | $2.74 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.00 | $2.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.99 | $3.65 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
6:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Humble, TX
29 mi in
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
15 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 7m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is 93% highway, meaning you'll spend most of your time on high-speed roads. The longest continuous stretch on US 59 is 52.4 miles. You'll transition from highway driving to surface streets on Byrd Avenue and Loop 424 as you approach your destination. Expect a significant number of exits and potential for merging traffic as you get closer to the Houston metro area.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 52.4 mi on US 59.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 59 and Byrd Avenue. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in near US 59.
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 57.1 miles you will encounter 7 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: at 2.5 miles (US 59): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
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 1h 7m. Total distance: 57.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 52.4 miles on US 59. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: at 2.5 miles (US 59): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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