University of Houston

The closest major airport is William P. Hobby Airport, located at a distance of only 10 miles from the city center of Houston, TX.

Getting around in Houston, TX

More than 71% of Houston's population uses the car to get around in the city, fact which suggests that the best way to get around in Houston is by driving. However, there are plenty of public transportation choices, as well, offered by METRO (Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, Texas), such as buses, vans and light rail. For quick trips across the city you can use the taxi services or the hotel shuttle, and if you have business strictly in the downtown area in Houston, during your stay, you don't really need a car, because the light rail covers pretty much the entire downtown area.

If you do decide to drive your way through Houston, you should known that statistics show that the drivers in Houston are more aggressive than in other cities, and most of them do not obey the speed limits, weave through the lanes and make their turn at the least possible moment. Be sure to grab a local map, before getting behind the wheel, and arms yourself with lots of patience before getting on the freeway.

How to get to University of Houston campus?

Easy! Just follow the driving directions listed below!

From Hobby Airport: Follow the exit signs from airport to I-45 North. Stay on I-45 North and exit Elgin-Lockwood Cullen (44a). Turn Left on Elgin at the stoplight Stay on Elgin as it curves to the right. Turn left into UH entrance #18 at the stoplight.