Traveling from West Sharyland to Houston covers 364.7 miles across the Texas Great Plains. You should plan for a six-hour transit time, making this a manageable day trip if you get an early start. Budget approximately $54 for fuel to cover the distance between these two points. Since the entire trip takes place within Texas, you will remain in the Great Plains region for the duration of your journey. While the drive is straightforward, it is best suited for a single day of travel rather than a multi-day split.
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
176.1 miles from West Sharyland, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 28m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 69C
93.2 mi
1h 40m
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
East Main Street
26.2 mi
30m
TX 107
9.1 mi
13m
U.S. Highway 77
4.7 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 69C
— 93.2 mi, about 1h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Sharyland, TX and Houston, TX.
1
Start on Montana Street
424 ft·20 sec·Montana Street
2
Turn right onto Cerda Boulevard
0.1 mi·31 sec·Cerda Boulevard
3
At end of road, turn right onto 4N
0.9 mi·2 min·4 Mile Line
4
Turn left onto TX 107
3.0 mi·4 min·North Conway Avenue
5
Continue on TX 107
9.1 mi·13 min·TX 107
6
At end of road, turn left onto US 281 Business; TX 107
400 ft·12 sec·North 10th Avenue
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto US 281 Business; TX 107
377 ft·13 sec·West McIntyre Street
8
Turn left onto US 281 Business
3.3 mi·5 min·North Closner Boulevard
9
Turn straight onto North Expressway 281
0.7 mi·1 min·North Expressway 281
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 69C North, US 281 North
11
Merge onto I 69C; US 281
68 mi·1 hr 12 min·I 69C; US 281
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69C; US 281
25 mi·28 min·I 69C; US 281
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
14
Continue on US 281 Business
2.2 mi·3 min·US 281 Business
15
Turn right onto FM 1352
0.5 mi·57 sec·Cecilia Street
16
Turn left onto FM 665
345 ft·7 sec·Old Kingsville Road
17
Turn slight right onto FM 665
1.3 mi·2 min·South Cameron Street
18
Turn right onto TX 44; TX 359
452 ft·5 sec·East Front Street
19
Continue on TX 44; TX 359
26 mi·30 min·East Main Street
Use the straight lane.
20
Take the exit onto TX 44
0.6 mi·1 min·TX 44
21
Turn left onto North US Highway 77
1.0 mi·2 min·North US Highway 77
Use the left lane.
22
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward County Road 44
23
Merge onto I 69E; US 77
4.7 mi·5 min·U.S. Highway 77
24
Merge onto I 37; US 77; I 69E
1.4 mi·1 min·I 37; US 77; I 69E
25
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·50 sec
26
Continue on I 37; US 77; I 69E
463 ft·5 sec·I 37; US 77; I 69E
27
Take the exit onto US 77
38 mi·44 min·US 77
Toward Sinton, Victoria
28
Turn slight right onto US 77
33 mi·37 min·United States Highway 77
29
Keep slight left at fork onto Spur 91
1.5 mi·1 min·Spur 91
30
Merge onto US 59
89 mi·1 hr 38 min·US Highway 59 South
31
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
32
Continue on 59 Northbound Frontage Road
1.6 mi·2 min·59 Northbound Frontage Road
33
Continue on this road
0.4 mi·58 sec·this road
34
Continue on US 59 Northbound Frontage Road
2.0 mi·4 min·US 59 Northbound Frontage Road
35
Continue on Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
1.3 mi·2 min·Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
36
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward I 69 North, US 59 North
37
Merge onto I 69; US 59
33 mi·37 min·Southwest Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward Richmond Avenue, Downtown via Louisiana StreetUse the slight left lane.
39
Take the exit
155 ft·3 sec
Toward Downtown, Louisiana StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
40
Continue on Louisiana Street
1.9 mi·4 min·Louisiana Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
41
Arrive at destination
Louisiana Street
Trip Plan
To ensure you arrive in Houston within your six-hour goal, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid local congestion. Since there are no scheduled stops in the route data, take advantage of the flexibility to pull over whenever you need a break from the turn-heavy roads. Keep your $54 fuel budget in mind when planning your refueling schedule, as local roads may not offer the same frequency of service stations as major interstates. Because this is a continuous 364.7-mile drive, verify your vehicle's condition before heading out to handle the technical nature of the path. Always check local road conditions before you pull out of West Sharyland to ensure your route remains clear.
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 176.1 miles from West Sharyland, TX, or about 3h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.2 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 78 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 176.1 miles or 3h 28m 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 39m
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 West Sharyland, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from West Sharyland, TX
This is one driving day of about 352.3 miles and 6h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 78 miles from West Sharyland, 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 I 69C for about 93.2 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 26
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 350.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Cerda Boulevard
Turn right onto Cerda Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|4N / 4 Mile Line
At end of road, turn right onto 4N / 4 Mile Line
Navigation decision point
7
13.2 mi into trip|~21m in|US 281 Business; TX 107 / North 10th Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto US 281 Business; TX 107 / North 10th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
349.5 mi into trip|~6h 49m 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
350.4 mi into trip|~6h 51m 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
$53.23 one way
$106.47 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg123 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$58.27
$116.54
premium
$4.54
$62.90
$125.80
diesel
$5.61
$77.78
$155.57
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 123.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
105.7
1
$36.99
$16.91
Efficient EV
88.1
1
$30.83
$14.09
EV Truck/SUV
140.9
1
$49.32
$22.55
Gas CO2
123 kg
EV CO2
41 kg (67% 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 Apr 12, 2026
Origin
West Sharyland, TX
Night
in West Sharyland on Saturday
Local time
11:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Mostly Cloudy
SE 14 mph7% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 12:44AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 12:28AM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Destination
Houston, TX
Night
in Houston on Saturday
Local time
11:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Mostly Cloudy
SE 10 mph8% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 12:44AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 12:28AM CDT by NWS San Angelo 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 55m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise on this route. Because the highway share is 0%, your focus will remain on navigating local roads for the full 364.7 miles. This setup creates a more technical experience behind the wheel, requiring your full attention as you transition between different local segments. Without the ease of long, uninterrupted highway stretches, the drive demands a steady pace and constant engagement with the road. Prepare for a trip that emphasizes local navigation over high-speed transit.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 93.2 mi on I 69C.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69C 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 0.1 miles in near Cerda Boulevard.
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 26 significant decision points across 352.3 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 0.1 miles (Cerda Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (4N / 4 Mile Line): Navigation decision point; at 13.2 miles (US 281 Business; TX 107 / North 10th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
181 ft35 ft
Total Climb
173 ft
Total Descent
309 ft
Highest Point
181 ft
~117.4 mi in
Elevation Range
145 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between West Sharyland, TX and Houston, TX, road signs point toward County Road 44, Sinton and Victoria.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 55m. Total distance: 352.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 55m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 93.2 miles on I 69C. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Cerda Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (4N / 4 Mile Line): Navigation decision point; at 13.2 miles (US 281 Business; TX 107 / North 10th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.9 hours each way, a round trip means 13.9 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.
