Arlington, Texas to Big Bend: Road Trip Guide & Distance

436.1 miles 701.9 km · straight line
523.4 miles estimated 842.3 km · driving distance
10h 32min estimated drive time
$50 - $62 estimated fuel cost
~1h 23min flight time
238° WSW bearing direction

How far is Arlington, Texas from Big Bend?

The distance from Arlington, Texas to Big Bend is 436.1 miles (701.9 km) as the crow flies. Big Bend is located WSW of Arlington, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 523.4 miles, taking about 10h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 23min. 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 Arlington, Texas and Big Bend. 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 Big Bend

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 32min $50 - $62 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 23min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 38min $42–$79* Budget
Train ~10h 0min $63–$183* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Arlington, Texas & Big Bend

Quick Facts

Arlington, Texas
32.74°N, 97.11°W
America/Chicago
184m elevation
Big Bend
29.25°N, 103.25°W
America/Chicago
549m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 145 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 36 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 57.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients