How far is Borger, TX from Amarillo, TX?
The driving distance from Borger, TX to Amarillo, TX is about 50.7 miles (81.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.3 miles (63.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 48m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 54m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Areas Of Fog
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Borger and Amarillo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Borger and Amarillo.
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Start on the route
61 m · 15 sec
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Turn sharp left onto West 3rd Street
84 m · 12 sec · West 3rd Street
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Turn left onto North Cedar Street
22.2 mi · 33 min · North Cedar Street
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Continue straight
1522 ft · 26 sec
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Continue on Elsie Avenue
2506 ft · 47 sec · Elsie Avenue
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Turn right onto East Broadway Street
1162 ft · 20 sec · East Broadway Street
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Turn straight
1585 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right onto West US Highway 60
15.9 mi · 16 min · West US Highway 60
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Continue on East Amarillo Boulevard
10.3 mi · 12 min · East Amarillo Boulevard
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Continue straight
1.4 km · 1 min
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Continue on East Amarillo Boulevard
534 ft · 17 sec · East Amarillo Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Amarillo Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Borger and Amarillo.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Cedar Street
Turn left onto North Cedar Street
22.2 mi · 00h 33m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Borger and Areas Of Fog near Amarillo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Borger to Amarillo?
The road trip is about 50.7 miles (81.6 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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 25.4 miles from Borger and 25.4 miles from Amarillo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.3 miles (63.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.87 one way or $13.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Borger and Areas Of Fog near Amarillo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Borger and Amarillo. Straight-line distance: 39.31 mi (63.27 km).
#1 Borger
City in Texas
| Population | 12,225 |
| Coordinates | 35.6678200, -101.3973900 |
| Altitude | 938 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Amarillo
The second most populous city in Texas Panhandle.
| Population | 199,654 |
| Coordinates | 35.2220000, -101.8313000 |
| Altitude | 1118 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Amarillo Boulevard (-101.8313, 35.221963)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 82 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
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 | $6.87 | $13.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $7.78 | $15.56 |
| Premium | $4.72 | $8.45 | $16.91 |
| Diesel | $5.78 | $10.34 | $20.68 |
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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