Abilene to Atlanta: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Abilene from Atlanta?

The distance from Abilene to Atlanta is 891.9 miles (1435.4 km) as the crow flies. Atlanta is located E of Abilene. By car, the driving distance is approximately 963.4 miles, taking about 17h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 18min. Both are located in United States — Abilene in Texas and Atlanta in Georgia.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Abilene and Atlanta. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.