Aspen to Austin, Texas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

802.6 miles 1291.7 km · straight line
952.3 miles actual route 1532.6 km · driving distance
18h 46min estimated drive time
$92 - $113 estimated fuel cost
~2h 7min flight time
137° SE bearing direction

How far is Aspen from Austin, Texas?

The distance from Aspen to Austin, Texas is 802.6 miles (1291.7 km) as the crow flies. Austin, Texas is located SE of Aspen. By car, the driving distance is approximately 952.3 miles, taking about 18h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 7min. Both are located in United States — Aspen in Colorado and Austin, Texas in Texas.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Aspen and Austin, Texas. 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 Aspen to Austin, Texas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 18h 46min $92 - $113 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~22h 31min $76–$143* Budget
Train ~24h 24min $114–$333* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Aspen & Austin, Texas

Quick Facts

Aspen
39.19°N, 106.82°W
America/Denver
2438m elevation
Austin, Texas
30.27°N, 97.74°W
America/Chicago
149m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 268 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 67 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 31 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM