Fayetteville, Arkansas to Wichita Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

286.8 miles 461.6 km · straight line
358.5 miles estimated 577 km · driving distance
7h 13min estimated drive time
$35 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
240° WSW bearing direction

How far is Fayetteville, Arkansas from Wichita Falls?

The distance from Fayetteville, Arkansas to Wichita Falls is 286.8 miles (461.6 km) as the crow flies. Wichita Falls is located WSW of Fayetteville, Arkansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 358.5 miles, taking about 7h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Fayetteville, Arkansas in Arkansas 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. 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 Fayetteville, Arkansas 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 Fayetteville, Arkansas to Wichita Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 13min $35 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 40min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 51min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fayetteville, Arkansas & Wichita Falls

Quick Facts

Fayetteville, Arkansas
36.06°N, 94.16°W
America/Chicago
427m 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 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients