Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Friendswood travel guide

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You're Going to Love Friendswood

With a population of 35.805, Friendswood is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. We recommend you stay at least 8 days in order to fully appreciate everything Friendswood has to offer.

Where to Eat in Friendswood

If you’re looking for affordable options, Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Baybrook (700 Baybrook Mall) and Bistro 313 (313 E Edgewood Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Friendswood

Friendswood in September
Estimated hotel price
$60
1 night at 3-star hotel
Friendswood in September
Estimated hotel price
$60
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Friendswood in August, when the average temperature is 84.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 93.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 44.6 °F, with an average temperature of 53.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 5.6″. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Friendswood, with an average rainfall of 3″.

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How to Get to Friendswood

Plane

When flying to Friendswood, you’ll arrive at Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), which is located 9 miles from the city center.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Friendswood. The train journey from Friendswood to San Antonio takes 4h 45m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Lafayette, expect to pay about $99 for a 5h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Friendswood is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 19 miles from Friendswood. You’ll find branches of ACO Rent A Car and America Car Rental, among others, in Houston.

Plane

When flying to Friendswood, you’ll arrive at Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), which is located 9 miles from the city center.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Friendswood. The train journey from Friendswood to San Antonio takes 4h 45m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Lafayette, expect to pay about $99 for a 5h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Friendswood is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 19 miles from Friendswood. You’ll find branches of ACO Rent A Car and America Car Rental, among others, in Houston.

Airports near Friendswood

IAHHouston George Bush Intcntl
BPTBeaumont Jefferson County
HOUHouston Hobby

Airlines serving Friendswood

KLM
Good (1,428 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,635 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,006 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,585 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,105 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,815 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,093 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,686 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,053 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,507 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,534 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,607 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,338 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,477 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (282 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,897 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Friendswood

Most booked hotels in Friendswood

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Staybridge Suites Houston-Nasa/Clear Lake By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 287 reviews)
$107+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Houston Nasa/Webster
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 223 reviews)
$98+
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Tru By Hilton Webster Houston Nasa
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 456 reviews)
$91+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Houston/Clear Lake-Nasa Area
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 585 reviews)
$84+
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Scottish Inns and Suites Scarsdale
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 87 reviews)
$70+
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Best Western Webster Hotel, NASA
2 stars
Good (7, 1402 reviews)
$60+
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Renting a car in Friendswood

Renting a car in Friendswood costs $58 per day, on average, or $466 if you want to rent if for 8 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 4% more expensive than at Houston Hobby.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Friendswood (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Friendswood, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Friendswood costs $58 per day, on average, or $466 if you want to rent if for 8 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 4% more expensive than at Houston Hobby.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Friendswood (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Friendswood, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

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