How far is Irving, TX from Wichita Falls, TX?
The driving distance from Irving, TX to Wichita Falls, TX is about 130.4 miles (209.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 117.1 miles (188.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 22m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Irving and Wichita Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Irving and Wichita Falls.
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Start on North Ohio Street
18 m · 4 sec · North Ohio Street
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Turn right onto West Irving Boulevard
2.9 mi · 5 min · West Irving Boulevard
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Take the ramp straight toward TX 183: Fort Worth
2781 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Airport Freeway
6.5 mi · 7 min · Airport Freeway
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Take the exit slight left toward TX 121 Express South, TX 183 Express West: Airport Freeway TEXpress West
1484 ft · 17 sec · Airport Freeway TEXpress
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Merge slight left onto SH 183 TEXpress
2.5 mi · 2 min · SH 183 TEXpress
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Continue on SH 121/183 TEXpress
2 mi · 2 min · SH 121/183 TEXpress
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Continue on SH 183 TEXpress
644 ft · 7 sec · SH 183 TEXpress
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Continue on SH 121/183 TEXpress
1.1 km · 43 sec · SH 121/183 TEXpress
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Continue on I 820 TEXpress
6.2 mi · 6 min · I 820 TEXpress
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35W Express: Fort Worth, Denton
1079 ft · 26 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35W Express North: Denton
1.3 km · 50 sec
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Merge slight left onto I 35W TEXpress
2.3 mi · 2 min · I 35W TEXpress
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Take the exit slight right toward US 81 North, US 287 North: Decatur
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
101.7 mi · 1 hr 48 min
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Continue on Lloyd Ruby Overpass
1 km · 48 sec · Lloyd Ruby Overpass
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Take the exit slight right toward 6th Street, MPEC
2269 ft · 56 sec
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Turn straight onto 6th Street
1320 ft · 33 sec · 6th Street
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Turn right onto Scott Avenue
30 m · 2 sec · Scott Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Scott Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Irving and Wichita Falls.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 81 North
Continue straight
102 mi · 01h 48m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Irving and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Wichita Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Irving to Wichita Falls?
The road trip is about 130.4 miles (209.9 km) and usually takes 02h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Alvord is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65.2 miles from Irving and 65.2 miles from Wichita Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 117.1 miles (188.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.38 one way or $34.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Irving and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Wichita Falls.
Stop Ideas Near Alvord
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Bridgeport Utility Billing
Decatur City Hall
Paradise City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Alvord.
Gainesville
Fort Worth Central Station
Union Station
Ardmore station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Irving and Wichita Falls. Straight-line distance: 117.12 mi (188.48 km).
#1 Irving
The third most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 240,916 |
| Coordinates | 32.8140200, -96.9488900 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wichita Falls
The most populous city in Wichita County, Texas.
| Population | 105,405 |
| Coordinates | 33.9137100, -98.4933900 |
| Altitude | 289 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wichita Falls (-98.49339, 33.91371)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 210 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 37m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.78 | $17.38 | $34.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.56 | $39.12 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $21.12 | $42.24 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $18.37 | $36.74 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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