Travel Recommendation: Mancos, CO to Houston, TX
Air Travel Option
- Transport Mode: Air Travel (recommended)
- Companies: United Airlines, Southwest Airlines
- Duration: Approximately 3 hours flight time (plus layover of up to 2 hours)
- Distance: Approximately 600 miles (966 kilometers)
- Costs: Estimated total cost around $300 to $500 CAD (dependent on booking time and available tiers)
- Roads/Routes: Not applicable
Pro Tip: Use the mobile app of either airline to track flight changes and get notifications for gate changes and boarding times.
Driving Option
- Transport Mode: Road Trip (car)
- Duration: Approximately 11 hours of driving time
- Distance: Approximately 650 miles (1,046 kilometers)
- Costs: Approximately $80 to $150 CAD for fuel (assuming fuel prices are around $1.20 CAD per liter and average consumption of 8 liters per 100 kilometers)
- Roads/Routes: Primarily using US-491 S and I-10 E
Pro Tip: Plan for rest stops along the I-10, especially in towns like El Paso, TX for food and refueling to break up your journey.
Bus Travel Option
- Transport Mode: Bus Travel
- Companies: Greyhound, FlixBus
- Duration: Approximately 14 to 16 hours
- Distance: Approximately 600 miles (966 kilometers)
- Costs: Estimated total cost around $120 to $180 CAD
- Roads/Routes: Not applicable
Pro Tip: Book your tickets in advance for the best deals and seat availability.
Total Recommendation
If speed and convenience are your priorities, opt for the air travel option. While it may have an additional layover, it is the quickest way to reach Houston from Mancos. For a more scenic route and the chance to explore small towns along the way, consider the driving option. The bus is the least expensive but will consume significantly more time.