Abilene to El Paso: Road Trip Guide & Distance

397.9 miles 640.4 km · straight line
453.2 miles actual route 729.4 km · driving distance
7h 33min estimated drive time
$44 - $54 estimated fuel cost
~1h 18min flight time
265° W bearing direction

How far is Abilene from El Paso?

The distance from Abilene to El Paso is 397.9 miles (640.4 km) as the crow flies. El Paso is located W of Abilene. By car, the driving distance is approximately 453.2 miles, taking about 7h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Abilene and El Paso. 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.

How to Get from Abilene to El Paso

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 33min $44 - $54 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 18min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 4min $36–$68* Budget
Train ~7h 10min $54–$159* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Abilene & El Paso

Quick Facts

Abilene
32.45°N, 99.73°W
America/Chicago
524m elevation
El Paso
31.76°N, 106.48°W
America/Denver
1137m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 133 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 62.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM