Alexandria to Austin, Texas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

322.6 miles 519.2 km · straight line
361.3 miles actual route 581.4 km · driving distance
7h 4min estimated drive time
$35 - $43 estimated fuel cost
~1h 9min flight time
258° WSW bearing direction

How far is Alexandria from Austin, Texas?

The distance from Alexandria to Austin, Texas is 322.6 miles (519.2 km) as the crow flies. Austin, Texas is located WSW of Alexandria. By car, the driving distance is approximately 361.3 miles, taking about 7h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United States — Alexandria in Louisiana and Austin, Texas in Texas.

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 Alexandria 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 Alexandria to Austin, Texas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 4min $35 - $43 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 9min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 29min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 43min $43–$126* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Alexandria & Austin, Texas

Quick Facts

Alexandria
31.31°N, 92.45°W
America/Chicago
23m 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 108 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 77.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM