How far is Arlington, TX from Odessa, TX?
The driving distance from Arlington, TX to Odessa, TX is about 335.6 miles (540.1 km), with a travel time of about 05h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 313.2 miles (504.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 50m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Arlington and Odessa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington and Odessa.
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Start on West Abram Street
2007 ft · 1 min · West Abram Street
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Turn right onto South Cooper Street
1.7 mi · 4 min · South Cooper Street
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Turn left onto West Lamar Boulevard
1334 ft · 41 sec · West Lamar Boulevard
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Turn left onto I 30 West
1552 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left onto Tom Landry Freeway
12 mi · 15 min · Tom Landry Freeway
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Continue on West Freeway
15.5 mi · 18 min · West Freeway
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Merge slight right
303.8 mi · 5 hr 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 385: Andrews, Crane
774 ft · 17 sec
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Turn straight onto East Pool Road
708 ft · 17 sec · East Pool Road
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Turn right onto South Grant Avenue
1.4 mi · 2 min · South Grant Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Grant Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Arlington and Odessa.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
West Freeway
Merge slight right
304 mi · 05h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Arlington and Mostly Sunny near Odessa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Arlington to Odessa?
The road trip is about 335.6 miles (540.1 km) and usually takes 05h 50m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Impact is a useful midpoint, sitting about 167.6 miles from Arlington and 168 miles from Odessa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 313.2 miles (504.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:20 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $44.74 one way or $89.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 105.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Arlington and Mostly Sunny near Odessa.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Arlington and Odessa. Straight-line distance: 313.26 mi (504.14 km).
#1 Arlington
The third most populous city in Texas and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area.
| Population | 398,864 |
| Coordinates | 32.7356900, -97.1080700 |
| Altitude | 184 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Odessa
The second most populous city in Ector County, Texas.
| Population | 125,413 |
| Coordinates | 31.8456800, -102.3676400 |
| Altitude | 884 |
| Country | United States |
End: Odessa (-102.36764, 31.84568)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 540 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $44.74 | $89.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $50.34 | $100.69 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $54.36 | $108.71 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $47.28 | $94.55 |
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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