Austin, Texas to Plainview, Texas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

356.2 miles 573.3 km · straight line
419 miles actual route 674.3 km · driving distance
7h 37min estimated drive time
$40 - $50 estimated fuel cost
~1h 13min flight time
320° NW bearing direction

How far is Austin, Texas from Plainview, Texas?

The distance from Austin, Texas to Plainview, Texas is 356.2 miles (573.3 km) as the crow flies. Plainview, Texas is located NW of Austin, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 419 miles, taking about 7h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. 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 Plainview, Texas. 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 Plainview, Texas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 37min $40 - $50 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 13min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 8min $34–$63* Budget
Train ~7h 14min $50–$147* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Austin, Texas & Plainview, Texas

Quick Facts

Austin, Texas
30.27°N, 97.74°W
America/Chicago
149m elevation
Plainview, Texas
34.18°N, 101.71°W
America/Chicago
1025m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 119 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 69.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM