Midland, Texas to West Odessa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

26.9 miles 43.3 km · straight line
35 miles estimated 56.3 km · driving distance
42min estimated drive time
$3 - $4 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
247° WSW bearing direction

How far is Midland, Texas from West Odessa?

The distance from Midland, Texas to West Odessa is 26.9 miles (43.3 km) as the crow flies. West Odessa is located WSW of Midland, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 35 miles, taking about 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Midland, Texas and West 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.

How to Get from Midland, Texas to West Odessa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 42min $3 - $4 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Midland, Texas & West Odessa

Quick Facts

Midland, Texas
32.00°N, 102.08°W
America/Chicago
848m elevation
West Odessa
31.84°N, 102.50°W
America/Chicago
903m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 9 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 925.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients