Austin, Texas to San Antonio: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Austin, Texas from San Antonio?
The distance from Austin, Texas to San Antonio is 73.6 miles (118.4 km) as the crow flies. San Antonio is located SW of Austin, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 79.3 miles, taking about 1h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States.
This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. 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 San Antonio. 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 San Antonio
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 25 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
- You could travel this distance about 338.5 times to circle the Earth's equator