Gainesville, Texas to Odessa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gainesville, Texas from Odessa?

The distance from Gainesville, Texas to Odessa is 328.1 miles (528 km) as the crow flies. Odessa is located WSW of Gainesville, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 393.7 miles, taking about 7h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Gainesville, Texas and Odessa. 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.