Austin, Texas to Yuma: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1007.8 miles 1621.9 km · straight line
1132 miles actual route 1821.7 km · driving distance
19h 14min estimated drive time
$109 - $134 estimated fuel cost
~2h 32min flight time
284° WNW bearing direction

How far is Austin, Texas from Yuma?

The distance from Austin, Texas to Yuma is 1007.8 miles (1621.9 km) as the crow flies. Yuma is located WNW of Austin, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1132 miles, taking about 19h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 32min. Both are located in United States — Austin, Texas in Texas and Yuma in Arizona.

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 Yuma. 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 Yuma

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 19h 14min $109 - $134 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 32min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~23h 5min $91–$170* Budget
Train ~25h 0min $136–$396* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Austin, Texas & Yuma

Quick Facts

Austin, Texas
30.27°N, 97.74°W
America/Chicago
149m elevation
Yuma
32.73°N, 114.62°W
America/Phoenix
43m 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