Albuquerque to Austin, Texas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

615.3 miles 990.3 km · straight line
694.3 miles actual route 1117.3 km · driving distance
12h 39min estimated drive time
$67 - $82 estimated fuel cost
~1h 44min flight time
120° ESE bearing direction

How far is Albuquerque from Austin, Texas?

The distance from Albuquerque to Austin, Texas is 615.3 miles (990.3 km) as the crow flies. Austin, Texas is located ESE of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 694.3 miles, taking about 12h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 44min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Austin, Texas in Texas.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albuquerque and Austin, Texas. 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 Albuquerque to Austin, Texas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 39min $67 - $82 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 44min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 11min $56–$104* Budget
Train ~16h 27min $83–$243* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albuquerque & Austin, Texas

Quick Facts

Albuquerque
35.08°N, 106.65°W
America/Denver
1520m elevation
Austin, Texas
30.27°N, 97.74°W
America/Chicago
149m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 205 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM