How far is Wichita Falls, TX from Abilene, TX?
The driving distance from Wichita Falls, TX to Abilene, TX is about 152.4 miles (245.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 124 miles (199.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 47m 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 53m.
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.
City in Knox County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wichita Falls and Abilene.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wichita Falls and Abilene.
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Start on Scott Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · Scott Avenue
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Turn right onto Kell Boulevard
1111 ft · 22 sec · Kell Boulevard
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Continue on Kell West Boulevard
1.4 km · 2 min · Kell West Boulevard
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Take the ramp straight toward US 82 West, US 277 North
939 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left onto Kell Freeway
6.9 mi · 9 min · Kell Freeway
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Continue on Seymour Highway
34 mi · 37 min · Seymour Highway
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Continue straight
85.1 mi · 1 hr 34 min
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Continue on West Court Plaza
595 ft · 8 sec · West Court Plaza
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Turn slight right onto Commercial Avenue
18.6 mi · 20 min · Commercial Avenue
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Take the exit slight left toward US 83 Business: Abilene
3 mi · 4 min · Pine Street
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Turn straight onto North Treadaway Boulevard
2.2 mi · 4 min · North Treadaway Boulevard
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Turn right onto North 1st Street
2150 ft · 55 sec · North 1st Street
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Turn left onto South Pine Street
78 m · 7 sec · South Pine Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Pine Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wichita Falls and Abilene.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Seymour Highway
Continue straight
85.1 mi · 01h 34m
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 leaving Wichita Falls and Showers And Thunderstorms near Abilene.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wichita Falls to Abilene?
The road trip is about 152.4 miles (245.2 km) and usually takes 02h 53m 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?
Munday is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.2 miles from Wichita Falls and 76.2 miles from Abilene.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 124 miles (199.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.4 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 12:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.65 one way or $41.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Wichita Falls and Showers And Thunderstorms near Abilene.
Stop Ideas Near Munday
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Munday City Hall
Knox City City Hall
Knox City Housing Authority
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Munday.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wichita Falls and Abilene. Straight-line distance: 124.03 mi (199.61 km).
#1 Wichita Falls
The most populous city in Wichita County, Texas.
| Population | 105,405 |
| Coordinates | 33.9137100, -98.4933900 |
| Altitude | 289 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Abilene
The third most populous city in Taylor County, Texas.
| Population | 124,407 |
| Coordinates | 32.4487400, -99.7331400 |
| Altitude | 524 |
| Country | United States |
End: Abilene (-99.73314, 32.44874)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 245 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 54m |
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 | $3.84 | $20.65 | $41.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $23.39 | $46.77 |
| Premium | $4.72 | $25.41 | $50.82 |
| Diesel | $5.78 | $31.07 | $62.15 |
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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