How far is Amarillo, TX from Pampa, TX?
The driving distance from Amarillo, TX to Pampa, TX is about 54.8 miles (88.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 53.7 miles (86.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 01m 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 01h 00m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Amarillo and Pampa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Amarillo and Pampa.
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Start on East Amarillo Boulevard
11.1 mi · 13 min · East Amarillo Boulevard
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Continue on East US Highway 60
28.8 mi · 31 min · East US Highway 60
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Continue on West 2nd Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · West 2nd Avenue
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Continue on US Highway 60
12 mi · 12 min · US Highway 60
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Continue on West Wilks Street
3259 ft · 44 sec · West Wilks Street
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Continue on West Brown Street
1.3 km · 1 min · West Brown Street
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Turn left onto South Cuyler Street
1156 ft · 25 sec · South Cuyler Street
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Turn right onto East Atchison Avenue
127 m · 18 sec · East Atchison Avenue
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Turn left onto South Ballard Street
82 m · 8 sec · South Ballard Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Ballard Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Amarillo and Pampa.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
East US Highway 60
Continue on East US Highway 60
28.8 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Amarillo and Mostly Sunny near Pampa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Amarillo to Pampa?
The road trip is about 54.8 miles (88.2 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?
Panhandle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.3 miles from Amarillo and 27.5 miles from Pampa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 53.7 miles (86.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.1 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 4:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.29 one way or $14.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Amarillo and Mostly Sunny near Pampa.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Amarillo and Pampa. Straight-line distance: 53.67 mi (86.38 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 Pampa
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 16,860 |
| Coordinates | 35.5361600, -100.9598700 |
| Altitude | 987 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pampa (-100.95987, 35.53616)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 88 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 41m |
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 | $3.78 | $7.29 | $14.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.21 | $16.41 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $8.86 | $17.72 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $7.71 | $15.41 |
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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