Amarillo to El Paso: Road Trip Guide & Distance

359.2 miles 578 km · straight line
417.7 miles actual route 672.3 km · driving distance
8h 17min estimated drive time
$40 - $49 estimated fuel cost
~1h 13min flight time
230° SW bearing direction

How far is Amarillo from El Paso?

The distance from Amarillo to El Paso is 359.2 miles (578 km) as the crow flies. El Paso is located SW of Amarillo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 417.7 miles, taking about 8h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States.

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 Amarillo and El Paso. 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 Amarillo to El Paso

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 17min $40 - $49 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 13min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 56min $33–$63* Budget
Train ~7h 52min $50–$146* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Amarillo
35.22°N, 101.83°W
America/Chicago
1118m elevation
El Paso
31.76°N, 106.48°W
America/Denver
1137m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 120 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 69.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM