Memphis to Wichita Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

488 miles 785.4 km · straight line
544.3 miles actual route 875.9 km · driving distance
9h 49min estimated drive time
$52 - $64 estimated fuel cost
~1h 29min flight time
262° W bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Wichita Falls?

The distance from Memphis to Wichita Falls is 488 miles (785.4 km) as the crow flies. Wichita Falls is located W of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 544.3 miles, taking about 9h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee 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 Memphis and Wichita Falls. 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 Memphis to Wichita Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 49min $52 - $64 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 29min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 47min $44–$82* Budget
Train ~9h 20min $65–$191* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Wichita Falls

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m 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 · OSRM