Amarillo to Ponca City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

284.5 miles 457.8 km · straight line
355.6 miles estimated 572.3 km · driving distance
7h 9min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
67° ENE bearing direction

How far is Amarillo from Ponca City?

The distance from Amarillo to Ponca City is 284.5 miles (457.8 km) as the crow flies. Ponca City is located ENE of Amarillo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 355.6 miles, taking about 7h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Amarillo in Texas and Ponca 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 Ponca City. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. 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 Ponca City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 9min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 35min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 48min $43–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Amarillo & Ponca City

Quick Facts

Amarillo
35.22°N, 101.83°W
America/Chicago
1118m elevation
Ponca City
36.71°N, 97.09°W
America/Chicago
308m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients