Baltimore to Big Bend: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1663.5 miles 2677.1 km · straight line
1951.8 miles actual route 3141.1 km · driving distance
35h 59min estimated drive time
$188 - $231 estimated fuel cost
~3h 51min flight time
254° WSW bearing direction

How far is Baltimore from Big Bend?

The distance from Baltimore to Big Bend is 1663.5 miles (2677.1 km) as the crow flies. Big Bend is located WSW of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1951.8 miles, taking about 35h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 51min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland and Big Bend in Texas.

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 Baltimore and Big Bend. 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 Baltimore to Big Bend

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 35h 59min $188 - $231 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~43h 11min $156–$293* Budget
Train ~46h 47min $234–$683* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Baltimore & Big Bend

Quick Facts

Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
Big Bend
29.25°N, 103.25°W
America/Chicago
549m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 555 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 139 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 15 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM