Fort Worth to Galveston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

281.9 miles 453.6 km · straight line
311.7 miles actual route 501.6 km · driving distance
5h 43min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
147° SSE bearing direction

How far is Fort Worth from Galveston?

The distance from Fort Worth to Galveston is 281.9 miles (453.6 km) as the crow flies. Galveston is located SSE of Fort Worth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 311.7 miles, taking about 5h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fort Worth and Galveston. 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 Fort Worth to Galveston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 43min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 52min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 26min $37–$109* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Fort Worth
32.76°N, 97.33°W
America/Chicago
203m elevation
Galveston
29.30°N, 94.80°W
America/Chicago
2m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM