Austin, Texas to Fort Worth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Austin, Texas from Fort Worth?

The distance from Austin, Texas to Fort Worth is 173.6 miles (279.4 km) as the crow flies. Fort Worth is located N of Austin, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 189.4 miles, taking about 3h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Austin, Texas and Fort Worth. 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.