Driving from Austin to Pasadena
Pasadena lies 252 km (157 mi) east of Austin, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 25 min without stops, over roughly 308 km (191 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Austin | Pasadena | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 974,447 | 153,784 |
| Elevation | 165 m (541 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 73301–78799 | 77501–77508 |
Where to book car hire from Austin to Pasadena
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Staying in Pasadena
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Common questions
How far is Pasadena from Austin?
252 km (157 mi) in a straight line, east of Austin; by road roughly 308 km (191 mi).
How long does it take to get from Austin to Pasadena by car?
About 3 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Austin and Pasadena?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.