United States Department of Veterans Affairs

Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center - Houston, Texas

Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center Map and Driving Directions

[ Driving Directions ] [ Public & Veteran Transportation ]

 

Valet Parking for Veterans:
Valet parking at the MEDVAMC main entrance is free for Veterans with a VA I.D. card or appointment letter.


Controlled Parking

Lot A - Volunteers

Lot B & C - Blind Rehab

Lot E - Physicians

Lot F - Residents

Lot O - Handicapped Parking

Lot P - Service/Care Line Executives

Lot Q - Spinal Cord Injury


General Parking:  All other lots

 

Buildings on VA Complex

VA Regional Office

This is a blue area that represents the VA Regional Office on the MEDVAMC map 

VA Medical Center

This is a red area that represents the VA Medical Center on the MEDVAMC map 

Visual Impairment Service Team

This is a purple area that represents the Visual Impairment Service Team on the MEDVAMC map 

Support Buildings

This is a black area that represents the support buildings on the MEDVAMC map 

Fisher House

This is an orange area that represents the Fisher House on the MEDVAMC map 

Patient Account Services

This is a yellow area that represents the Fee Basis & Patient Account Services on the MEDVAMC map 

Mental Health Clinic

This is a pink area that represents the Outpatient Mental Health Clinic on the MEDVAMC map 

Commercial Property

This is a gray area that represents Commercial Property on the MEDVAMC map 

Bus Stops

Bus Stops 

MetroLift Stop

Metro Lift 

Wheelchair Assistance and Escort Service:  Veterans needing wheelchair assistance or escort services should go to the Main Entrance where staff assistance is available.

Parking Area Shuttle Service:  A free shuttle service is available to and from parking area.  Two vans run continuously, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
 
Get Driving Directions 

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From the West

Take I-10 East towards Houston. Exit toI-45 South.  Continue and exit TX 288 South.
Exit Holcombe Blvd. The Medical Center is located approximately 1 mile on the left.

From the East

Take I-10 West towards Houston.  Exit I-59 South.  Continue and exit TX 288 South.
Exit Holcombe Blvd. The Medical Center is located approximately 1 mile on the left.

From the North

Take I-45 South or I-59 South towards Houston.  Continue and exit TX 288 South.
Exit Holcombe Blvd.  The Medical Center is located approximately 1 mile on the left.

From the South

Take TX 288 North.  Exit Yellowstone Blvd.  Continue to Holcombe Blvd. and turn left.
The Medical Center is located approximately 1 mile on the left.

Public Transportation

The MEDVAMC is serviced by the Houston METRO with METROLift stopping at the main entrance and all other METRO buses stopping at the Old Spanish Trail (TCC/Nursing Home) entrance. Information about routes and schedules may be found at HOUSTON METRO * or by calling Metro at 713-635-4000. 

The Houston METRO offers discount fares to persons with disabilities and senior citizens. These discounts are available for both local and commuter fixed-route buses, which are all wheelchair accessible. Riders age 62 through 69 may apply for the senior citizen discount. Riders age 70 and over may travel for free using the 70+ lifetime pass if eligible. METRO’s RideStores are located downtown at 1001 Travis and 1900 Main St., open Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Call METROLine at 713-635-4000 for more information on discounts or METRO RideStores.

Veteran Transportation

Transportation to and from the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center from outlying areas is available by way of vans operated by various Veteran service organizations.  Call the telephone numbers listed below for availability, pick-up point, and schedule information.  It is a good idea to call the day before your appointment to arrange your ride.

Bay City Van (979) 323-9235 Voice Mail, leave message
Beaumont Vans (409) 981-8550 Beaumont Clinic, Main number
Brazoria County Van (979) 864-1289 Voice Mail, leave message
Conroe Van (936) 756-7614 VFW, Voice Mail not available
El Campo Van (979) 578-8387 DAV, 24 hour answering service
Harris County Precinct #2 Van (281) 452-6071 Informational Recording, no voice mail available
Harris County Social Services Transportation (713) 696-1991 Appointment Desk

Lufkin Bus

Lufkin Bus - alternate

(936) 671-4363

(936) 671-4558

Lufkin Clinic, Reception Desk, No voice mail available

Lufkin Clinic, Reception Desk, No voice mail available
Montgomery County Vans (936) 756-5828 Voice Mail, leave message
Willis Van (936) 856-5224 American Legion, no voice mail, 7:30 a.m. - midnight
Woodville/Tyler County Van (409) 283-2493 Voice Mail available

 

To and from the Conroe VA Outpatient Clinic:
Friendship Center Van:  Call (936) 756-5828 for information
Sponsored by County Commissioner – Wheelchair accessible

Local Montgomery County Transportation:
The District:    Call 1-800-272-0039 for information
Buses are wheelchair accessible.

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