Distance from Houston to New York City by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Houston (TX) to New York City (NY) is 1420 miles or 2284 kilometers or 1233 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Houston to New York City is 1636 miles (2633 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 216 miles or 349 km.

Flight distance from Houston, TX to New York City, NY in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Houston and New York City is 1420 miles or 2284 km.
The nearest airport to Houston, is George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (IAH) and the nearest airport to New York City, is John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

What is the average flight time from Houston to New York City?

Flight time from Houston, TX to New York City, NY is 3 hours 15 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Houston to New York City Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Houston, TX to New York City, NY

The driving distance from Houston, Texas to New York City, New York is 1636 miles or 2633 km.
The total driving distance from Houston, TX to New York City, NY is 1636 miles or 2633 kilometers. Your trip begins in Houston, Texas. It ends in New York City, New York.
The driving distance from Houston, Texas to New York City, New York is approximately 1636 miles (2633 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 30 to 31 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Houston, TX to New York City, NY

How long is the drive from Houston, TX to New York City, NY?
The total driving time is 30 hours, 31 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Houston to New York City take?
Houston and New York City are 30 hours 31 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
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 New York City

Time difference between Houston (TX) and New York City (NY) is 1 Hours.
New York City time is 1 Hours ahead of Houston.

Current local time in HoustonCurrent local time in New York City
2025-12-19, 06:14:49 CST2025-12-19, 07:14:49 EST
How Far is it Between Houston Texas, USA and New York City New York, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Houston, TX and New York City, NY in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1636 mi 2633 km 1420.7 nmi
Straight line distance 1420 mi 2284 km 1233 nmi
Difference 216 mi 349 km 187 nmi

Houston Details

Houston is located in Texas, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 29° 47' 8.7'' Longitude: W 95° 23' 19.7''
Latitude29.78574
Longitude-95.38881
StateTexas
Nearest airports to Houston

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New York City Details

New York City is located in New York, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 40° 39' 48.5'' Longitude: W 73° 56' 19.3''
Latitude40.66347
Longitude-73.9387
StateNew York
Nearest airports to New York City

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Houston, TX and New York City, NY
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 54 hours 51 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 41 hours 8 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 36 hours 34 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 32 hours 54 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 29 hours 55 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 27 hours 25 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 25 hours 19 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 23 hours 30 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 21 hours 56 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 20 hours 34 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 19 hours 21 minutes