Phoenix to Wichita Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

780.9 miles 1256.8 km · straight line
925.8 miles actual route 1490 km · driving distance
16h 41min estimated drive time
$89 - $110 estimated fuel cost
~2h 4min flight time
84° E bearing direction

How far is Phoenix from Wichita Falls?

The distance from Phoenix to Wichita Falls is 780.9 miles (1256.8 km) as the crow flies. Wichita Falls is located E of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 925.8 miles, taking about 16h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 4min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona and Wichita Falls in Texas.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Phoenix 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 Phoenix to Wichita Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 41min $89 - $110 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 1min $74–$139* Budget
Train ~21h 41min $111–$324* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Phoenix & Wichita Falls

Quick Facts

Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m 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 260 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 65 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 31.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM