Cities Near Midland
Cities near Midland, Texas: 6 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Odessa, San Angelo, Lubbock. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Midland, Texas is Odessa, about 20 mi (32 km) away — roughly 39 min by road. Below, 6 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Odessa | 20 mi / 32 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| San Angelo | 103 mi / 166 km | 2 hr 24 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Lubbock | 110 mi / 177 km | 2 hr 33 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Abilene | 141 mi / 226 km | 3 hr 16 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Ciudad Acuña | 197 mi / 316 km | 4 hr 17 min | 52 min | Weekend getaway |
| Amarillo | 223 mi / 359 km | 4 hr 52 min | 55 min | Short break |
Day trips from Midland
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Odessa. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Midland
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: San Angelo, Lubbock, Abilene. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Midland include Odessa, San Angelo, Lubbock, Abilene, Ciudad Acuña. The closest is Odessa, about 20 miles (32 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.