How far is Melissa, TX from Houston, TX?
Fastest route
The distance between Melissa, Texas and Houston, Texas is approximately 277 miles (446 kilometers). The fastest route, considering current traffic conditions, is via I-45 S. Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey:
Directions
- Start by heading west on Cooper St toward Red River St.
- Turn left at the 2nd cross street onto McKinney St.
- Continue straight to stay on McKinney St.
- Continue onto N State Hwy 121.
- Use any lane to take the ramp onto TX-121 S/US-75 S.
- Continue on TX-121 S/US-75 S.
- Keep right at the fork to stay on US-75 S.
- Continue onto I-345/US-75 S.
- Keep left to continue on US-75.
- Use the left 2 lanes to take exit 47C for McKinney St.
- Merge onto Bagby St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your journey ahead of time to ensure a smooth trip.
- ⛽ Make sure to have enough fuel for the journey.
- 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device to stay on track.
- 🚦 Stay updated on traffic conditions and consider alternative routes if necessary.
- 🥤 Stay hydrated during the drive.
- 🚫 Observe speed limits and drive safely.
- 🛣️ Enjoy the scenic views along the way.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Melissa and Houston is 253.6 miles (408.12 km).
Flight distance from Melissa, TX to Houston, TX is 253.6 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 33 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 30 minutes to travel from Melissa to Houston with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Melissa, Texas to Houston, Texas is: 279.97 miles (450.56 km) by car.
Driving from Melissa to Houston will take approximately 04 hours 07 minutes.
#1 Melissa
City in Collin County, Texas, United States
| Population | 13793 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 33°17'9"N 96°34'22"W |
| Latitude | 33.2859500 |
| Longitude | -96.5727700 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Houston
The fourth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Houston metropolitan area. It is located on the Gulf of Mexico, in southeastern Texas. Houston is a major center for the oil and gas industry.
| Population | 2316120 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 29°45'48"N 95°21'48"W |
| Latitude | 29.7632800 |
| Longitude | -95.3632700 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Houston: Louisiana Street (-95.363596,29.76347)
Estimated Travel Time Between Melissa and Houston
The distance between Melissa and Houston is 451 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 05 hours 00 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Melissa and Houston. The current time is 20:31:07.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09 hours 19 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06 hours 59 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05 hours 35 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 39 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 59 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 43 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 29 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 37.4 liters (9.88 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Melissa and Houston.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Melissa to Houston is $29.84 (diesel $39.45).
Texas gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.02 | $3.45 | $3.78 | $3.99 |
| Total | $29.84 | $34.03 | $37.31 | $39.45 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Texas ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.021 (Diesel $3.993) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Melissa and Houston (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
