Abilene to West Odessa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

167.1 miles 269 km · straight line
209 miles estimated 336.3 km · driving distance
4h 12min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
256° WSW bearing direction

How far is Abilene from West Odessa?

The distance from Abilene to West Odessa is 167.1 miles (269 km) as the crow flies. West Odessa is located WSW of Abilene. By car, the driving distance is approximately 209 miles, taking about 4h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. 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. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Abilene and West Odessa. 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 West Odessa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 12min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 2min $17–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 59min $25–$73* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Abilene & West Odessa

Quick Facts

Abilene
32.45°N, 99.73°W
America/Chicago
524m elevation
West Odessa
31.84°N, 102.50°W
America/Chicago
903m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 56 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 149 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients