Fort Worth to Odessa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

300.7 miles 484 km · straight line
321.4 miles actual route 517.3 km · driving distance
5h 32min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
259° W bearing direction

How far is Fort Worth from Odessa?

The distance from Fort Worth to Odessa is 300.7 miles (484 km) as the crow flies. Odessa is located W of Fort Worth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 321.4 miles, taking about 5h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. 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 Fort Worth and Odessa. 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 Odessa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 32min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 38min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~5h 15min $39–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fort Worth & Odessa

Quick Facts

Fort Worth
32.76°N, 97.33°W
America/Chicago
203m elevation
Odessa
31.85°N, 102.37°W
America/Chicago
884m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 100 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 82.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM