Arlington, Texas to Baytown: Road Trip Guide & Distance

242.5 miles 390.3 km · straight line
303.2 miles estimated 487.9 km · driving distance
6h 6min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
148° SSE bearing direction

How far is Arlington, Texas from Baytown?

The distance from Arlington, Texas to Baytown is 242.5 miles (390.3 km) as the crow flies. Baytown is located SSE of Arlington, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 303.2 miles, taking about 6h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. 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. 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 Arlington, Texas and Baytown. 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 Arlington, Texas to Baytown

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 6min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 19min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 48min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Arlington, Texas & Baytown

Quick Facts

Arlington, Texas
32.74°N, 97.11°W
America/Chicago
184m elevation
Baytown
29.74°N, 94.98°W
America/Chicago
8m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients