The distance between Houston and Dallas is approximately 239 to 250 miles (385 to 400 kilometers) depending on the source and exact route taken. The driving distance is commonly cited as around 240 to 244 miles (about 385 kilometers), while the straight-line flying distance is about 224 miles (361 kilometers)
. Driving from Houston to Dallas typically takes about 3 hours and 45 minutes, covering roughly 240 miles by road
. The direction from Houston to Dallas is generally northward. In summary:
- Driving distance: ~240 miles (385 km)
- Straight-line distance (flight): ~224 miles (361 km)
- Typical driving time: ~3 hours 45 minutes
