Clear Lake

Texas

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Destinations

Clear Lake is located in Texas, approximately 21 miles from Houston. The most popular drive from Clear Lake is to Houston. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.

Driving Times from Clear Lake

1 destinations

Short Drives — 1

Houston
25 miles
53 min

Nearby Cities

Friendswood (6 mi)La Porte (9 mi)Deer Park (10 mi)Pearland (10 mi)Pasadena TX (11 mi)HOU (12 mi)

Routes to Clear Lake

Houston → Clear Lake

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Clear Lake from Houston?
Clear Lake is approximately 25 miles from Houston, taking around 53 min.
What cities are within 3 hours of Clear Lake?
There are 2 cities within 3 hours, including Houston, Clear Lake.
How many routes from Clear Lake?
Clear Lake has 1 routes in our database.

How Far Is Clear Lake from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Clear Lake to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Houston, roughly 25 miles away by road.

Houston~25 mi · 30 min
Austin~200 mi · 3h 30m
San Antonio~245 mi · 4h 15m
Dallas~290 mi · 5h
New Orleans~365 mi · 6h 15m

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Clear Lake

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Clear Lake by road:

Houston Bush (IAH)~40 mi · 45 min
Austin-Bergstrom (AUS)~190 mi · 3h 15m

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Clear Lake: What to Know

Clear Lake sits in Texas, in Texas, and most trips out of town start on the local highway network before joining the interstate system. Fill up before you leave — fuel is usually cheaper in town than at highway service plazas — and check conditions before longer drives, since weather in Texas can change travel times considerably. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-10, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Driving from Clear Lake

Clear Lake is a popular starting point for road trips across the United States, with 3 destinations reachable by car. Whether you are planning a quick day trip to a neighboring city or an extended cross-country adventure, this page provides accurate driving times, distances, and estimated fuel costs for every route. Use the cards above to compare drive times and pick the best destination for your next trip. Each route page includes detailed information about highway options, toll costs, traffic patterns, and the best times to travel.