How long is the drive from Magnolia to downtown Houston and other job centers?
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Short answer
The typical drive from Magnolia to Downtown Houston is about 54 minutes, based on measured drive times from 804 homes. Other destinations: The Galleria 53 minutes, Bush / IAH Airport 50 minutes, Texas Medical Center 59 minutes, Hobby Airport 69 minutes. Actual time depends on the route, the hour and where in the area the home sits.
Typical drive times
We measure drive time from the homes listed in Magnolia to a set of common destinations. The typical figure to Downtown Houston is 54 minutes. To The Galleria it is 53 minutes. To Bush / IAH Airport it is 50 minutes. To Texas Medical Center it is 59 minutes. To Hobby Airport it is 69 minutes.
Testing your own commute
Commute time varies more within an area than between areas, so the home's exact address and your own hours matter most. Try the drive at the hour you would make it. Numbers like these describe the whole of Magnolia, not one street or one home, and real estate decisions are rarely a straight line. If you are thinking about a location that fits your routine, talk to us to find the right option for your circumstances.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Downtown Houston | 54 minutes |
| The Galleria | 53 minutes |
| Bush / IAH Airport | 50 minutes |
| Texas Medical Center | 59 minutes |
| Hobby Airport | 69 minutes |
Common follow-up questions
Are these rush-hour times?
They are typical drive times measured for the area; rush hour can be longer, so test your own route at the hour you would drive.
Where do the times come from?
They are measured from the homes in our listing data to each destination, as shown on the community page.
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