Dallas, Texas to Tulsa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

237.8 miles 382.7 km · straight line
256.6 miles actual route 413 km · driving distance
4h 50min estimated drive time
$25 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
11° N bearing direction

How far is Dallas, Texas from Tulsa?

The distance from Dallas, Texas to Tulsa is 237.8 miles (382.7 km) as the crow flies. Tulsa is located N of Dallas, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 256.6 miles, taking about 4h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Dallas, Texas in Texas and Tulsa 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Dallas, Texas and Tulsa. 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 Dallas, Texas to Tulsa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 50min $25 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 48min $21–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 36min $31–$90* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Dallas, Texas
32.78°N, 96.80°W
America/Chicago
131m elevation
Tulsa
36.15°N, 95.99°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 79 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 104.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM