College Station to Port Arthur: Road Trip Guide & Distance

151.7 miles 244.1 km · straight line
189.6 miles estimated 305.1 km · driving distance
3h 49min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
109° ESE bearing direction

How far is College Station from Port Arthur?

The distance from College Station to Port Arthur is 151.7 miles (244.1 km) as the crow flies. Port Arthur is located ESE of College Station. By car, the driving distance is approximately 189.6 miles, taking about 3h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 College Station and Port Arthur. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from College Station to Port Arthur

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 49min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 35min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 38min $23–$66* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between College Station & Port Arthur

Quick Facts

College Station
30.63°N, 96.33°W
America/Chicago
103m elevation
Port Arthur
29.89°N, 93.94°W
America/Chicago
2m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 51 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 164.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients