Midland, Texas to Wichita Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

246.4 miles 396.5 km · straight line
308 miles estimated 495.6 km · driving distance
6h 12min estimated drive time
$30 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
57° ENE bearing direction

How far is Midland, Texas from Wichita Falls?

The distance from Midland, Texas to Wichita Falls is 246.4 miles (396.5 km) as the crow flies. Wichita Falls is located ENE of Midland, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 308 miles, taking about 6h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States.

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 Midland, Texas 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 Midland, Texas to Wichita Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 12min $30 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 26min $25–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 53min $37–$108* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Midland, Texas & Wichita Falls

Quick Facts

Midland, Texas
32.00°N, 102.08°W
America/Chicago
848m 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 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 101.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients