How long is the drive from Willis to downtown Houston and other job centers?
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Short answer
The typical drive from Willis to Downtown Houston is about 64 minutes, based on measured drive times from 578 homes. Other destinations: The Galleria 68 minutes, Bush / IAH Airport 56 minutes, Texas Medical Center 69 minutes, Hobby Airport 78 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 Willis to a set of common destinations. The typical figure to Downtown Houston is 64 minutes. To The Galleria it is 68 minutes. To Bush / IAH Airport it is 56 minutes. To Texas Medical Center it is 69 minutes. To Hobby Airport it is 78 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 Willis 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 | 64 minutes |
| The Galleria | 68 minutes |
| Bush / IAH Airport | 56 minutes |
| Texas Medical Center | 69 minutes |
| Hobby Airport | 78 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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