How far is Amarillo, TX from Brownfield, TX?
The driving distance from Amarillo, TX to Brownfield, TX is about 161.1 miles (259.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 143.3 miles (230.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 52m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Texas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Amarillo and Brownfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Amarillo and Brownfield.
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Start on East Amarillo Boulevard
87 m · 9 sec · East Amarillo Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Pierce Street
2278 ft · 58 sec · North Pierce Street
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Continue on North Pierce Street
1.5 km · 3 min · North Pierce Street
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Continue on Canyon Expressway
14 mi · 16 min · Canyon Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
104.5 mi · 1 hr 45 min · Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Spur 326: Avenue Q
1.7 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto Marsha Sharp Freeway
3121 ft · 1 min · Marsha Sharp Freeway
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Take the ramp slight left
920 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left onto Marsha Sharp Freeway
24.1 mi · 27 min · Marsha Sharp Freeway
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Continue straight
14.5 mi · 16 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lubbock Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Amarillo and Brownfield.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
Keep slight left to continue on Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
104 mi · 01h 45m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Areas Of Fog leaving Amarillo and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Brownfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Amarillo to Brownfield?
The road trip is about 161.1 miles (259.2 km) and usually takes 02h 52m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Snyder is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.7 miles from Amarillo and 80.4 miles from Brownfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 143.3 miles (230.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.81 one way or $43.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog around Amarillo and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Brownfield.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Amarillo and Brownfield. Straight-line distance: 143.26 mi (230.55 km).
#1 Amarillo
The second most populous city in Texas Panhandle.
| Population | 199,654 |
| Coordinates | 35.2220000, -101.8313000 |
| Altitude | 1118 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Brownfield
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 9,236 |
| Coordinates | 33.1812000, -102.2743500 |
| Altitude | 1009 |
| Country | United States |
End: Brownfield (-102.27435, 33.1812)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 259 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.84 | $21.81 | $43.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $24.69 | $49.38 |
| Premium | $4.72 | $26.83 | $53.65 |
| Diesel | $5.78 | $32.81 | $65.62 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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