Arlington, Texas to Plainview, Texas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

283.3 miles 456 km · straight line
354.2 miles estimated 570 km · driving distance
7h 8min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
292° WNW bearing direction

How far is Arlington, Texas from Plainview, Texas?

The distance from Arlington, Texas to Plainview, Texas is 283.3 miles (456 km) as the crow flies. Plainview, Texas is located WNW of Arlington, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 354.2 miles, taking about 7h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. 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. 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 Plainview, Texas. 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 Plainview, Texas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 8min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 34min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 47min $43–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Arlington, Texas & Plainview, Texas

Quick Facts

Arlington, Texas
32.74°N, 97.11°W
America/Chicago
184m elevation
Plainview, Texas
34.18°N, 101.71°W
America/Chicago
1025m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients