Mexico City to San Antonio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

691.5 miles 1112.9 km · straight line
845.3 miles actual route 1360.4 km · driving distance
16h 38min estimated drive time
MXN 1945 - MXN 2394 estimated fuel cost
~1h 53min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Mexico City from San Antonio?

The distance from Mexico City to San Antonio is 691.5 miles (1112.9 km) as the crow flies. San Antonio is located N of Mexico City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 845.3 miles, taking about 16h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 53min. Mexico City is in Mexico, while San Antonio 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 San Antonio. 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 Mexico City to San Antonio

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 38min MXN 1945 - MXN 2394 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 58min $68–$127* Budget
Train ~21h 37min $101–$296* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mexico City & San Antonio

Quick Facts

Mexico City
19.43°N, 99.13°W
America/Mexico_City
2240m elevation
San Antonio
29.42°N, 98.49°W
America/Chicago
198m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 231 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 58 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 36 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM