Driving from Houston to Richardson
Richardson lies 377 km (234 mi) north of Houston, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 5 h 7 min without stops, over roughly 460 km (286 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Houston | Richardson | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 2.3 million | 110,815 |
| Elevation | 30 m (98 ft) | 195 m (640 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 77001–77299 | 75080–75085 |
Where to book car hire from Houston to Richardson
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Staying in Richardson
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Common questions
How far is Richardson from Houston?
377 km (234 mi) in a straight line, north of Houston; by road roughly 460 km (286 mi).
How long does it take to get from Houston to Richardson by car?
About 5 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Houston and Richardson?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.