Austin, Texas to Fargo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1148.8 miles 1848.8 km · straight line
1260.7 miles actual route 2028.9 km · driving distance
21h 46min estimated drive time
$121 - $149 estimated fuel cost
~2h 49min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Austin, Texas from Fargo?

The distance from Austin, Texas to Fargo is 1148.8 miles (1848.8 km) as the crow flies. Fargo is located N of Austin, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1260.7 miles, taking about 21h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 49min. Both are located in United States — Austin, Texas in Texas and Fargo in North Dakota.

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 North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. 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 Austin, Texas and Fargo. 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 Fargo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 21h 46min $121 - $149 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~26h 7min $101–$189* Budget
Train ~28h 18min $151–$441* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Austin, Texas & Fargo

Quick Facts

Austin, Texas
30.27°N, 97.74°W
America/Chicago
149m elevation
Fargo
46.88°N, 96.79°W
America/Chicago
276m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 383 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 96 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 21.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM