Amarillo to Oklahoma City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

243.8 miles 392.3 km · straight line
257.6 miles actual route 414.5 km · driving distance
4h 27min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
85° E bearing direction

How far is Amarillo from Oklahoma City?

The distance from Amarillo to Oklahoma City is 243.8 miles (392.3 km) as the crow flies. Oklahoma City is located E of Amarillo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 257.6 miles, taking about 4h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Amarillo in Texas and Oklahoma City in Oklahoma.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Amarillo and Oklahoma City. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Amarillo to Oklahoma City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 27min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 20min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 14min $31–$90* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Amarillo & Oklahoma City

Quick Facts

Amarillo
35.22°N, 101.83°W
America/Chicago
1118m elevation
Oklahoma City
35.47°N, 97.52°W
America/Chicago
366m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM