Omaha to Wichita Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

526.2 miles 846.9 km · straight line
597 miles actual route 960.8 km · driving distance
10h 38min estimated drive time
$57 - $71 estimated fuel cost
~1h 34min flight time
196° SSW bearing direction

How far is Omaha from Wichita Falls?

The distance from Omaha to Wichita Falls is 526.2 miles (846.9 km) as the crow flies. Wichita Falls is located SSW of Omaha. By car, the driving distance is approximately 597 miles, taking about 10h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 34min. Both are located in United States — Omaha in Nebraska 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 Omaha 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 Omaha to Wichita Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 38min $57 - $71 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 34min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 46min $48–$90* Budget
Train ~13h 49min $72–$209* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Omaha & Wichita Falls

Quick Facts

Omaha
41.26°N, 95.93°W
America/Chicago
332m 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 175 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM