Distance from Houston to Santa Clara by Car and Plane
The flight distance from Houston (TX) to Santa Clara (CA) is 1610 miles or 2591 kilometers or 1398 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Houston to Santa Clara is 1888 miles (3040 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 278 miles or 449 km.
Flight distance from Houston, TX to Santa Clara, CA in miles and km?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Houston and Santa Clara is 1610 miles or 2591 km.The nearest airport to Houston, is George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (IAH) and the nearest airport to Santa Clara, is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC).
What is the average flight time from Houston to Santa Clara?
Flight time from Houston, TX to Santa Clara, CA is 3 hours 42 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.
Houston to Santa Clara Flight Route Map
Map Showing the Distance Between Houston, TX and Santa Clara, CAThis map shows the distance from Houston, TX, Usa to Santa Clara, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Houston, Texas to Santa Clara, California is displayed below.
Driving distance from Houston, TX to Santa Clara, CA
The driving distance from Houston, Texas to Santa Clara, California is 1888 miles or 3040 km.
The total driving distance from Houston, TX to Santa Clara, CA is 1888 miles or 3040 kilometers. Your trip begins in Houston, Texas. It ends in Santa Clara, California.
The driving distance from Houston, Texas to Santa Clara, California is approximately 1888 miles (3040 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 Santa Clara, CA
How long is the drive from Houston, TX to Santa Clara, CA?The total driving time is 32 hours, 51 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Houston to Santa Clara take?
Houston and Santa Clara are 32 hours 51 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 Santa Clara
Time difference between Houston (TX) and Santa Clara (CA) is 2 Hours.
Santa Clara time is 2 Hours behind Houston.
| Current local time in Houston | Current local time in Santa Clara |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-19, 06:14:41 CST | 2025-12-19, 04:14:41 PST |
How Far is it Between Houston Texas, USA and Santa Clara California, USA?
You can compare air and road distance between Houston, TX and Santa Clara, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.
| Distance type | Miles | Kilometers | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving distance | 1888 mi | 3040 km | 1639.54 nmi |
| Straight line distance | 1610 mi | 2591 km | 1398 nmi |
| Difference | 278 mi | 449 km | 241 nmi |
Houston Details
Houston is located in Texas, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 29° 47' 8.7'' Longitude: W 95° 23' 19.7'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 29.78574 |
| Longitude | -95.38881 |
| State | Texas |
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Santa Clara Details
Santa Clara is located in California, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 37° 21' 14.8'' Longitude: W 121° 57' 18.9'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 37.35411 |
| Longitude | -121.95524 |
| State | California |
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Houston, TX and Santa Clara, CA
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48 km/h) | 63 hours 20 minutes |
| 40 mph (64 km/h) | 47 hours 30 minutes |
| 45 mph (72 km/h) | 42 hours 13 minutes |
| 50 mph (80 km/h) | 38 hours 0 minutes |
| 55 mph (88 km/h) | 34 hours 32 minutes |
| 60 mph (96 km/h) | 31 hours 40 minutes |
| 65 mph (104 km/h) | 29 hours 13 minutes |
| 70 mph (112 km/h) | 27 hours 8 minutes |
| 75 mph (120 km/h) | 25 hours 20 minutes |
| 80 mph (128 km/h) | 23 hours 45 minutes |
| 85 mph (136 km/h) | 22 hours 21 minutes |