Texas City

Texas

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Destinations

Texas City is located in Texas, approximately 38 miles from Houston. The most popular drive from Texas City is to Houston. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.

Driving Times from Texas City

1 destinations

Short Drives — 1

Houston
29 miles
1h 2min

Nearby Cities

Galveston (9 mi)League City (14 mi)Clear Lake (18 mi)Friendswood (21 mi)La Porte (21 mi)Baytown (25 mi)

Routes to Texas City

Houston → Texas City

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Texas City from Houston?
Texas City is approximately 29 miles from Houston, taking around 1h 2min.
What cities are within 3 hours of Texas City?
There are 2 cities within 3 hours, including Houston, Texas City.
How many routes from Texas City?
Texas City has 1 routes in our database.

How Far Is Texas City from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Texas City to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Houston, roughly 45 miles away by road.

Houston~45 mi · 45 min
Austin~215 mi · 3h 45m
San Antonio~260 mi · 4h 30m
Dallas~310 mi · 5h 15m
New Orleans~350 mi · 6h

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

Nearest Major Airports to Texas City

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

Houston Bush (IAH)~60 mi · 1h
Austin-Bergstrom (AUS)~210 mi · 3h 30m

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

Driving from Texas City: What to Know

As a Texas starting point, Texas City gives drivers straightforward access to Texas's main corridors. Weekday mornings before 7 AM are typically the quietest time to get on the road, while Friday afternoons and holiday weekends see the heaviest traffic on routes out of town. 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 Texas City

Texas City 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.