Austin, Texas to Guadalajara: Road Trip Guide & Distance

750 miles 1207 km · straight line
854.5 miles actual route 1375.2 km · driving distance
16h 36min estimated drive time
$82 - $101 estimated fuel cost
~2h 1min flight time
209° SSW bearing direction

How far is Austin, Texas from Guadalajara?

The distance from Austin, Texas to Guadalajara is 750 miles (1207 km) as the crow flies. Guadalajara is located SSW of Austin, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 854.5 miles, taking about 16h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 1min. Austin, Texas is in Texas, United States, while Guadalajara is in Mexico.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Guadalajara. 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 Guadalajara

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 36min $82 - $101 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 55min $68–$128* Budget
Train ~21h 35min $103–$299* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Austin, Texas & Guadalajara

Quick Facts

Austin, Texas
30.27°N, 97.74°W
America/Chicago
149m elevation
Guadalajara
20.66°N, 103.35°W
America/Mexico_City
1566m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 250 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 63 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 33.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM