Driving from Arlington to Austin
Austin lies 281 km (175 mi) south of Arlington, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 49 min without stops, over roughly 343 km (213 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Arlington | Austin | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 388,125 | 974,447 |
| Elevation | 190 m (623 ft) | 165 m (541 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 76001–76096 | 73301–78799 |
Where to book car hire from Arlington to Austin
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Staying in Austin
Our booking partner lists 1,276+ places to stay in Austin (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 713 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (328), and 9 are five-star. Across 248 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.2 out of 10. Guests have left 142,527 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Austin from Arlington?
281 km (175 mi) in a straight line, south of Arlington; by road roughly 343 km (213 mi).
How long does it take to get from Arlington to Austin by car?
About 3 h 49 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Arlington and Austin?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where can I stay in Austin?
Our booking partner lists 1,276+ places to stay in Austin, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.