Dodge City to Wichita Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

278.6 miles 448.4 km · straight line
348.3 miles estimated 560.5 km · driving distance
7h 0min estimated drive time
$34 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
162° SSE bearing direction

How far is Dodge City from Wichita Falls?

The distance from Dodge City to Wichita Falls is 278.6 miles (448.4 km) as the crow flies. Wichita Falls is located SSE of Dodge City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 348.3 miles, taking about 7h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Dodge City in Kansas and Wichita Falls in Texas.

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 Dodge City 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 Dodge City to Wichita Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 0min $34 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 24min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 39min $42–$122* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dodge City & Wichita Falls

Quick Facts

Dodge City
37.75°N, 100.02°W
America/Chicago
760m 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 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients