Decatur, Alabama to Wichita Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

658.7 miles 1060 km · straight line
790.4 miles estimated 1272 km · driving distance
15h 54min estimated drive time
$76 - $94 estimated fuel cost
~1h 50min flight time
269° W bearing direction

How far is Decatur, Alabama from Wichita Falls?

The distance from Decatur, Alabama to Wichita Falls is 658.7 miles (1060 km) as the crow flies. Wichita Falls is located W of Decatur, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 790.4 miles, taking about 15h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 50min. Both are located in United States — Decatur, Alabama in Alabama and Wichita Falls in Texas.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Decatur, Alabama 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 Decatur, Alabama to Wichita Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 54min $76 - $94 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 5min $63–$119* Budget
Train ~20h 40min $95–$277* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Decatur, Alabama & Wichita Falls

Quick Facts

Decatur, Alabama
34.61°N, 86.98°W
America/Chicago
171m 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 220 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 55 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 37.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients