Austin, Texas to White Sands: Road Trip Guide & Distance

534.4 miles 860.1 km · straight line
674.9 miles actual route 1086.2 km · driving distance
11h 49min estimated drive time
$65 - $80 estimated fuel cost
~1h 35min flight time
291° WNW bearing direction

How far is Austin, Texas from White Sands?

The distance from Austin, Texas to White Sands is 534.4 miles (860.1 km) as the crow flies. White Sands is located WNW of Austin, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 674.9 miles, taking about 11h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 35min. Both are located in United States — Austin, Texas in Texas and White Sands in New 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Austin, Texas and White Sands. 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 White Sands

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 49min $65 - $80 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 35min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 11min $54–$101* Budget
Train ~15h 22min $81–$236* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Austin, Texas & White Sands

Quick Facts

Austin, Texas
30.27°N, 97.74°W
America/Chicago
149m elevation
White Sands
32.79°N, 106.33°W
America/Denver
1219m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 178 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 45 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 46.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM