Distance from Houston to Pasadena by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Houston (TX) to Pasadena (CA) is 1365 miles or 2196 kilometers or 1185 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Houston to Pasadena is 1544 miles (2486 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 179 miles or 290 km.

Flight distance from Houston, TX to Pasadena, CA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Houston and Pasadena is 1365 miles or 2196 km.
The nearest airport to Houston, is George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (IAH) and the nearest airport to Pasadena, is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

What is the average flight time from Houston to Pasadena?

Flight time from Houston, TX to Pasadena, CA is 3 hours 8 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Houston to Pasadena Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Houston, TX to Pasadena, CA

The driving distance from Houston, Texas to Pasadena, California is 1544 miles or 2486 km.
The total driving distance from Houston, TX to Pasadena, CA is 1544 miles or 2486 kilometers. Your trip begins in Houston, Texas. It ends in Pasadena, California.
The driving distance from Houston, Texas to Pasadena, California is approximately 1544 miles (2486 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 26 to 27 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Houston, TX to Pasadena, CA

How long is the drive from Houston, TX to Pasadena, CA?
The total driving time is 26 hours, 23 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Houston to Pasadena take?
Houston and Pasadena are 26 hours 23 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 Pasadena

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

Current local time in HoustonCurrent local time in Pasadena
2025-12-19, 06:18:25 CST2025-12-19, 04:18:25 PST
How Far is it Between Houston Texas, USA and Pasadena California, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1544 mi 2486 km 1340.81 nmi
Straight line distance 1365 mi 2196 km 1185 nmi
Difference 179 mi 290 km 155 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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Pasadena Details

Pasadena is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 34° 8' 52'' Longitude: W 118° 8' 40.3''
Latitude34.14778
Longitude-118.14452
StateCalifornia
Nearest airports to Pasadena

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Houston, TX and Pasadena, CA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 51 hours 47 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 38 hours 50 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 34 hours 31 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 31 hours 4 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 28 hours 15 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 25 hours 53 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 23 hours 54 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 22 hours 11 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 20 hours 43 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 19 hours 25 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 18 hours 16 minutes