Mexico City to New Braunfels: Road Trip Guide & Distance

712.4 miles 1146.5 km · straight line
854.9 miles estimated 1375.8 km · driving distance
17h 12min estimated drive time
MXN 1967 - MXN 2421 estimated fuel cost
~1h 56min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Mexico City from New Braunfels?

The distance from Mexico City to New Braunfels is 712.4 miles (1146.5 km) as the crow flies. New Braunfels is located N of Mexico City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 854.9 miles, taking about 17h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 56min. Mexico City is in Mexico, while New Braunfels is in Texas, United States.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Mexico City and New Braunfels. 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 Mexico City to New Braunfels

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 12min MXN 1967 - MXN 2421 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 38min $68–$128* Budget
Train ~22h 22min $103–$299* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mexico City & New Braunfels

Quick Facts

Mexico City
19.43°N, 99.13°W
America/Mexico_City
2240m elevation
New Braunfels
29.70°N, 98.12°W
America/Chicago
192m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 237 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 59 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 35 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients