Abilene to Tyler: Road Trip Guide & Distance

258.6 miles 416.2 km · straight line
323.3 miles estimated 520.3 km · driving distance
6h 30min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
90° E bearing direction

How far is Abilene from Tyler?

The distance from Abilene to Tyler is 258.6 miles (416.2 km) as the crow flies. Tyler is located E of Abilene. By car, the driving distance is approximately 323.3 miles, taking about 6h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Abilene and Tyler. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. 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 Tyler

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 30min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 48min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 11min $39–$113* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Abilene & Tyler

Quick Facts

Abilene
32.45°N, 99.73°W
America/Chicago
524m elevation
Tyler
32.35°N, 95.30°W
America/Chicago
164m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients