Day trip from Austin to Mesquite
Mesquite lies 298 km (185 mi) north of Austin, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 298 km (185 mi) apart, Mesquite is a realistic day trip from Austin: about 4 h 51 min each way by road.
| Austin | Mesquite | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 974,447 | 144,788 |
| Elevation | 165 m (541 ft) | 155 m (509 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 73301–78799 | 75149–75187 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Mesquite
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Staying in Mesquite
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Common questions
How far is Mesquite from Austin?
298 km (185 mi) in a straight line, north of Austin; by road roughly 364 km (226 mi).
How long does it take to get from Austin to Mesquite by road?
About 4 h 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Austin and Mesquite?
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 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.