Ponca City to Wichita Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

208.7 miles 335.8 km · straight line
260.9 miles estimated 419.8 km · driving distance
5h 15min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
203° SSW bearing direction

How far is Ponca City from Wichita Falls?

The distance from Ponca City to Wichita Falls is 208.7 miles (335.8 km) as the crow flies. Wichita Falls is located SSW of Ponca City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 260.9 miles, taking about 5h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Ponca City in Oklahoma 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 Ponca City 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 Ponca City to Wichita Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 15min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 18min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 59min $31–$91* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ponca City & Wichita Falls

Quick Facts

Ponca City
36.71°N, 97.09°W
America/Chicago
308m 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 70 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 119.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients