Austin, Texas to El Paso: Road Trip Guide & Distance

527.7 miles 849.2 km · straight line
576.9 miles actual route 928.5 km · driving distance
9h 43min estimated drive time
$56 - $68 estimated fuel cost
~1h 34min flight time
284° WNW bearing direction

How far is Austin, Texas from El Paso?

The distance from Austin, Texas to El Paso is 527.7 miles (849.2 km) as the crow flies. El Paso is located WNW of Austin, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 576.9 miles, taking about 9h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 34min. 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 El Paso. 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 El Paso

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 43min $56 - $68 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 34min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 40min $46–$87* Budget
Train ~12h 38min $69–$202* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Austin, Texas & El Paso

Quick Facts

Austin, Texas
30.27°N, 97.74°W
America/Chicago
149m elevation
El Paso
31.76°N, 106.48°W
America/Denver
1137m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 176 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM