Austin, Texas to Rock Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1009.4 miles 1624.5 km · straight line
1253.9 miles actual route 2017.9 km · driving distance
22h 27min estimated drive time
$121 - $149 estimated fuel cost
~2h 32min flight time
324° NW bearing direction

How far is Austin, Texas from Rock Springs?

The distance from Austin, Texas to Rock Springs is 1009.4 miles (1624.5 km) as the crow flies. Rock Springs is located NW of Austin, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1253.9 miles, taking about 22h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 32min. Both are located in United States — Austin, Texas in Texas and Rock Springs in Wyoming.

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 Rock Springs. 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 Rock Springs

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22h 27min $121 - $149 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 32min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~26h 56min $100–$188* Budget
Train ~29h 11min $150–$439* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Austin, Texas & Rock Springs

Quick Facts

Austin, Texas
30.27°N, 97.74°W
America/Chicago
149m elevation
Rock Springs
41.59°N, 109.20°W
America/Denver
1947m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 336 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 84 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 24.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM