One-Way Car Rental: Dallas to Houston

Compare one-way and round-trip car rental rates from Dallas to Houston, then choose the offer that best fits your trip.

238 mi
384 km
4h 13m
typical drive time
I-45
main route

What's along the way from Dallas to Houston

Real stops on the I-45 route, roughly in the order you'll reach them.

Corsicana, TX ~90 km from Dallas

A stop known for the Collin Street Bakery, an unusually well-known fruitcake maker right off I-45.

Huntsville, TX ~230 km from Dallas

Home to Sam Houston State University and the large Sam Houston statue visible from the interstate.

Dallas to Houston FAQs

How far is it from Dallas to Houston by car?
It's about 238 miles (384 km) from Dallas to Houston, mostly via I-45, with a drive time of roughly 4h 13m in normal traffic.
Is it cheaper to rent a car one-way from Dallas to Houston?
One-way rentals sometimes carry a drop fee that varies by supplier and season. Search above to compare one-way rates from real suppliers before booking a round-trip rental instead.