Columbia, Missouri to Wichita Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

488 miles 785.4 km · straight line
585.6 miles estimated 942.5 km · driving distance
11h 47min estimated drive time
$56 - $69 estimated fuel cost
~1h 29min flight time
226° SW bearing direction

How far is Columbia, Missouri from Wichita Falls?

The distance from Columbia, Missouri to Wichita Falls is 488 miles (785.4 km) as the crow flies. Wichita Falls is located SW of Columbia, Missouri. By car, the driving distance is approximately 585.6 miles, taking about 11h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, Missouri in Missouri and Wichita Falls in Texas.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Columbia, Missouri and Wichita Falls. 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 Columbia, Missouri to Wichita Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 47min $56 - $69 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 29min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 8min $47–$88* Budget
Train ~11h 12min $70–$205* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbia, Missouri & Wichita Falls

Quick Facts

Columbia, Missouri
38.95°N, 92.33°W
America/Chicago
215m elevation
Wichita Falls
33.91°N, 98.49°W
America/Chicago
289m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 163 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 41 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 51 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients