Brownsville to San Antonio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

250.9 miles 403.8 km · straight line
274.2 miles actual route 441.3 km · driving distance
5h 13min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
346° NNW bearing direction

How far is Brownsville from San Antonio?

The distance from Brownsville to San Antonio is 250.9 miles (403.8 km) as the crow flies. San Antonio is located NNW of Brownsville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 274.2 miles, taking about 5h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Brownsville 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 Brownsville to San Antonio

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 13min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 16min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~4h 57min $33–$96* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Brownsville & San Antonio

Quick Facts

Brownsville
25.90°N, 97.50°W
America/Chicago
10m elevation
San Antonio
29.42°N, 98.49°W
America/Chicago
198m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 99.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM