How long is the drive from Richmond to downtown Houston and other job centers?
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Short answer
The typical drive from Richmond to Downtown Houston is about 40 minutes, based on measured drive times from 1,382 homes. Other destinations: The Galleria 32 minutes, Bush / IAH Airport 62 minutes, Texas Medical Center 38 minutes, Hobby Airport 49 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 Richmond to a set of common destinations. The typical figure to Downtown Houston is 40 minutes. To The Galleria it is 32 minutes. To Bush / IAH Airport it is 62 minutes. To Texas Medical Center it is 38 minutes. To Hobby Airport it is 49 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. Every buyer and seller in Richmond is weighing a different set of trade-offs, and waiting to decide is often the costliest choice. When you are ready to look at a location that fits your routine for a specific address or plan, talk to us to find the right option for your circumstances.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Downtown Houston | 40 minutes |
| The Galleria | 32 minutes |
| Bush / IAH Airport | 62 minutes |
| Texas Medical Center | 38 minutes |
| Hobby Airport | 49 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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