How far is Orange, TX from Austin, TX?
Fastest route
The distance between Orange, Texas and Austin, Texas is approximately 273 miles (439 kilometers). The fastest route, considering current traffic conditions, is via I-10 W and State Hwy 71 W, with an estimated travel time of 4 hours and 18 minutes.
Directions
- Start in Orange, Texas.
- Head east on W Green Ave toward 6th St.
- Turn left onto Simmons Dr.
- Turn left onto E Lutcher Dr.
- Use the left lane to take the ramp onto I-10 W.
- Follow I-10 W until you reach State Hwy 71 W/TX-71 W in Columbus. Take exit 695 from I-10 W.
- Keep left at the fork to stay on I-10 W.
- Keep right to stay on I-10 W.
- Take exit 695 for TX-71 W toward La Grange/Austin.
- Continue onto State Hwy 71 W.
- Keep left to continue on State Hwy 71 W (this route has tolls).
- Use the 2nd lane from the right to stay on State Hwy 71 W.
- Use the right lane to take the US-183 N ramp.
- Continue onto S Hwy 183/US-183 Hwy N.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take the TX-111 Loop exit toward Cesar Chavez St.
- Keep left to continue toward E 7th St.
- Turn left onto San Marcos St.
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto E 6th St.
- Turn left onto Congress Ave.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Start your journey early to avoid potential traffic delays.
- ⛽ Make sure to refuel your vehicle before hitting the road.
- 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device to help you stay on track.
- 🚦 Observe traffic rules and be cautious while driving.
- 📞 Have emergency contact numbers handy in case of any unforeseen circumstances.
- 🥤 Stay hydrated and pack some snacks for the journey.
- 📸 Enjoy the scenic views along the way and consider making pit stops at interesting locations.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 04h 16m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
City in Texas, United States; within the Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Orange and Austin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orange and Austin.
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Start on 7th Street
14 m · 8 sec · 7th Street
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Turn left onto Green Avenue
3250 ft · 2 min · Green Avenue
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Continue on Macarthur Drive
1 mi · 2 min · Macarthur Drive
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4
Continue on Edgar Brown Drive
20.6 mi · 26 min · Edgar Brown Drive
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Keep slight right to continue on TX 73 West: Winnie, Houston
22.7 mi · 24 min
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Turn straight
3.3 mi · 4 min
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7
Merge slight left
133.2 mi · 2 hr 31 min
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 71 West: La Grange, Austin
2832 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left
77.2 mi · 1 hr 22 min
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Continue on Bastrop Freeway
1.9 mi · 2 min · Bastrop Freeway
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Continue on East State Highway 71
2.2 mi · 3 min · East State Highway 71
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Take the exit slight right toward US 183 North, 183 Toll North: Lampasas
2773 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Bastrop Highway
2088 ft · 27 sec · Bastrop Highway
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Continue on Bergstrom Expressway
1.1 km · 41 sec · Bergstrom Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Loop 111: Cesar Chavez Street, 5th Street, 6th Street, 7th Street, Airport Boulevard
2724 ft · 54 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on East 7th Street
2.8 mi · 5 min · East 7th Street
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Turn left onto Brushy Street
107 m · 18 sec · Brushy Street
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Turn right onto East 6th Street
3066 ft · 1 min · East 6th Street
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Turn left onto Congress Avenue
109 m · 18 sec · Congress Avenue
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Turn left onto East 5th Street
8 m · 1 sec · East 5th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Orange and Austin.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
TX 73 West
Merge slight left
133 mi · 02h 31m
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.
Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Orange and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Austin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Orange to Austin?
The road trip is about 271.8 miles (437.4 km) and usually takes 04h 16m 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?
Katy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 134.3 miles from Orange and 137.5 miles from Austin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 239.6 miles (385.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.2 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 8:28 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.24 one way or $72.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 85.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Orange and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Austin.
Stop Ideas Near Katy
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Freeman Town Park
Katy Visitors Center
Katy City Hall
Houston Police Department Westside
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Katy.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Orange and Austin. Straight-line distance: 239.59 mi (385.58 km).
#1 Orange
Town in Orange County, Vermont, United States
| Population | 17,832 |
| Coordinates | 30.0929900, -93.7365500 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Austin
The eleventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the Austin metropolitan area.
| Population | 995,484 |
| Coordinates | 30.2671500, -97.7430600 |
| Altitude | 149 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 5th Street (-97.743073, 30.267115)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 437 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $36.24 | $72.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $40.78 | $81.55 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $44.03 | $88.06 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $38.29 | $76.59 |
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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