Alton, Texas to Mexico City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

476.5 miles 766.8 km · straight line
571.8 miles estimated 920.2 km · driving distance
11h 30min estimated drive time
$55 - $68 estimated fuel cost
~1h 28min flight time
186° S bearing direction

How far is Alton, Texas from Mexico City?

The distance from Alton, Texas to Mexico City is 476.5 miles (766.8 km) as the crow flies. Mexico City is located S of Alton, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 571.8 miles, taking about 11h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Alton, Texas is in Texas, United States, while Mexico City is in Mexico.

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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Alton, Texas and Mexico City. 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 Alton, Texas to Mexico City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 30min $55 - $68 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 28min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 48min $46–$86* Budget
Train ~10h 56min $69–$200* Comfort

Quick Facts

Alton, Texas
26.29°N, 98.31°W
America/Chicago
49m elevation
Mexico City
19.43°N, 99.13°W
America/Mexico_City
2240m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 159 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 40 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 52.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients