Distance from Houston to Modesto by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Houston (TX) to Modesto (CA) is 1563 miles or 2515 kilometers or 1357 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Houston to Modesto is 1856 miles (2988 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 293 miles or 473 km.

Houston to Modesto Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Houston, TX and Modesto, CA
This map shows the distance from Houston, TX, Usa to Modesto, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Houston, Texas to Modesto, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Houston, TX to Modesto, CA

The driving distance from Houston, Texas to Modesto, California is 1856 miles or 2988 km.
The total driving distance from Houston, TX to Modesto, CA is 1856 miles or 2988 kilometers. Your trip begins in Houston, Texas. It ends in Modesto, California.
The driving distance from Houston, Texas to Modesto, California is approximately 1856 miles (2988 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 32 to 33 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Houston, TX to Modesto, CA

How long is the drive from Houston, TX to Modesto, CA?
The total driving time is 32 hours, 13 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Houston to Modesto take?
Houston and Modesto are 32 hours 13 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Houston and Modesto

Time difference between Houston (TX) and Modesto (CA) is 2 Hours.
Modesto time is 2 Hours behind Houston.

Current local time in Houston	Current local time in Modesto
2025-12-18, 10:04:33 CST	2025-12-18, 08:04:33 PST

How Far is it Between Houston Texas, USA and Modesto California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Houston, TX and Modesto, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	1856 mi	2988 km	1611.75 nmi
Straight line distance	1563 mi	2515 km	1357 nmi
Difference	293 mi	473 km	254 nmi

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