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

337.7 miles 543.4 km · straight line
473.4 miles actual route 761.8 km · driving distance
9h 22min estimated drive time
$46 - $56 estimated fuel cost
~1h 11min flight time
259° W bearing direction

How far is Austin, Texas from Big Bend?

The distance from Austin, Texas to Big Bend is 337.7 miles (543.4 km) as the crow flies. Big Bend is located W of Austin, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 473.4 miles, taking about 9h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. 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 Austin, Texas and Big Bend. 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 Austin, Texas to Big Bend

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 22min $46 - $56 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 14min $38–$71* Budget
Train ~8h 54min $57–$166* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Austin, Texas & Big Bend

Quick Facts

Austin, Texas
30.27°N, 97.74°W
America/Chicago
149m 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 113 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 73.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM