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

927.6 miles 1492.9 km · straight line
1121.9 miles actual route 1805.5 km · driving distance
21h 37min estimated drive time
$108 - $133 estimated fuel cost
~2h 22min flight time
188° S bearing direction

How far is Arlington, Texas from Mexico City?

The distance from Arlington, Texas to Mexico City is 927.6 miles (1492.9 km) as the crow flies. Mexico City is located S of Arlington, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1121.9 miles, taking about 21h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 22min. Arlington, Texas is in Texas, United States, while Mexico City is in Mexico.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 21h 37min $108 - $133 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 22min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~25h 56min $90–$168* Budget
Train ~28h 6min $135–$393* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Arlington, Texas & Mexico City

Quick Facts

Arlington, Texas
32.74°N, 97.11°W
America/Chicago
184m 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 309 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 77 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 26.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM