Port Arthur to West Palm Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Port Arthur from West Palm Beach?

The distance from Port Arthur to West Palm Beach is 872.2 miles (1403.7 km) as the crow flies. West Palm Beach is located E of Port Arthur. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1046.6 miles, taking about 21h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 15min. Both are located in United States — Port Arthur in Texas and West Palm Beach in Florida.

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 East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Port Arthur and West Palm Beach. 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.