Distance from San Antonio to Houston by Car and Plane
The flight distance from San Antonio (TX) to Houston (TX) is 190 miles or 306 kilometers or 165 nautical miles.
Driving distance from San Antonio to Houston is 198 miles (319 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 8 miles or 13 km.
Flight distance from San Antonio, TX to Houston, TX in miles and km?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between San Antonio and Houston is 190 miles or 306 km.The nearest airport to San Antonio, is San Antonio International Airport (SAT) and the nearest airport to Houston, is George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (IAH).
What is the average flight time from San Antonio to Houston?
Flight time from San Antonio, TX to Houston, TX is 0 hours 26 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.
San Antonio to Houston Flight Route Map
Map Showing the Distance Between San Antonio, TX and Houston, TXThis map shows the distance from San Antonio, TX, Usa to Houston, TX, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from San Antonio, Texas to Houston, Texas is displayed below.
Driving distance from San Antonio, TX to Houston, TX
The driving distance from San Antonio, Texas to Houston, Texas is 198 miles or 319 km.
The total driving distance from San Antonio, TX to Houston, TX is 198 miles or 319 kilometers. Your trip begins in San Antonio, Texas. It ends in Houston, Texas.
The driving distance from San Antonio, Texas to Houston, Texas is approximately 198 miles (319 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 3 to 4 hours under normal conditions.
Driving time from San Antonio, TX to Houston, TX
How long is the drive from San Antonio, TX to Houston, TX?The total driving time is 3 hours, 35 minutes.
How long does a car ride from San Antonio to Houston take?
San Antonio and Houston are 3 hours 35 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 San Antonio and Houston
Time difference between San Antonio (TX) and Houston (TX) is 1 Hours.
Houston time is 1 Hours ahead of San Antonio.
| Current local time in San Antonio | Current local time in Houston |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-19, 18:37:18 MST | 2025-12-19, 19:37:18 CST |
How Far is it Between San Antonio Texas, USA and Houston Texas, USA?
You can compare air and road distance between San Antonio, TX and Houston, TX in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.
| Distance type | Miles | Kilometers | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving distance | 198 mi | 319 km | 171.94 nmi |
| Straight line distance | 190 mi | 306 km | 165 nmi |
| Difference | 8 mi | 13 km | 6 nmi |
San Antonio Details
San Antonio is located in Texas, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 29° 27' 57.4'' Longitude: W 98° 31' 28.9'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 29.46594 |
| Longitude | -98.5247 |
| State | Texas |
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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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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between San Antonio, TX and Houston, TX
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48 km/h) | 6 hours 38 minutes |
| 40 mph (64 km/h) | 4 hours 59 minutes |
| 45 mph (72 km/h) | 4 hours 25 minutes |
| 50 mph (80 km/h) | 3 hours 59 minutes |
| 55 mph (88 km/h) | 3 hours 37 minutes |
| 60 mph (96 km/h) | 3 hours 19 minutes |
| 65 mph (104 km/h) | 3 hours 4 minutes |
| 70 mph (112 km/h) | 2 hours 50 minutes |
| 75 mph (120 km/h) | 2 hours 39 minutes |
| 80 mph (128 km/h) | 2 hours 29 minutes |
| 85 mph (136 km/h) | 2 hours 20 minutes |