Austin, Texas to Grand Canyon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

922.4 miles 1484.4 km · straight line
1102.7 miles actual route 1774.6 km · driving distance
19h 48min estimated drive time
$106 - $131 estimated fuel cost
~2h 21min flight time
300° WNW bearing direction

How far is Austin, Texas from Grand Canyon?

The distance from Austin, Texas to Grand Canyon is 922.4 miles (1484.4 km) as the crow flies. Grand Canyon is located WNW of Austin, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1102.7 miles, taking about 19h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 21min. Both are located in United States — Austin, Texas in Texas and Grand Canyon in Arizona.

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. 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. 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 Grand Canyon. 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 Grand Canyon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 19h 48min $106 - $131 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 21min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~23h 46min $88–$165* Budget
Train ~25h 44min $132–$386* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Austin, Texas & Grand Canyon

Quick Facts

Austin, Texas
30.27°N, 97.74°W
America/Chicago
149m elevation
Grand Canyon
36.11°N, 112.11°W
America/Phoenix
2100m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 307 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 77 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 27 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM