How far is Wichita Falls, TX from Frisco, TX?

The driving distance from Wichita Falls, TX to Frisco, TX is about 126.8 miles (204.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 10m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 109.7 miles (176.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 20m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
126.8 mi
02h 10m
Flight
109.67 mi
176.5 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
109.67 mi
Kilometers
176.5 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Road route
126.8 mi
Kilometers
204.06 km
Drive Time
02h 10m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 10m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Frisco
Thu, Apr 30, 2:22 AM CDT
Return by in Wichita Falls
Thu, Apr 30, 4:32 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Wichita Falls
2026-04-30T00:11
Arrive Frisco
Thu, Apr 30, 2:22 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 10m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:10 AM to 12:10 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:10 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Wichita Falls
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Alvord
TX

City in Lyon County, Iowa, United States of America

From Wichita Falls
62.6 mi
01h 05m
To Frisco
64.2 mi
01h 05m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
65°F
Thursday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
8 to 12 mph ENE
Destination
66°F
Thursday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph ENE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Wichita Falls and Frisco.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Wichita Falls and Frisco.

  1. 1

    Start on Scott Avenue

    1.2 km · 1 min · Scott Avenue

  2. 2

    Continue on East Scott Avenue

    1297 ft · 30 sec · East Scott Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn slight right onto Old Jacksboro Highway

    1.6 km · 2 min · Old Jacksboro Highway

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Central East Freeway

    760 ft · 17 sec · Central East Freeway

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight left

    788 ft · 19 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Central East Freeway

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Central East Freeway

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on Central East Freeway

    69.8 mi · 1 hr 13 min · Central East Freeway

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right

    764 ft · 21 sec

  9. 9

    Keep slight left

    45 m · 4 sec

  10. 10

    Turn left onto West US Highway 380

    21.8 mi · 25 min · West US Highway 380

  11. 11

    Continue on West University Drive

    3.3 mi · 4 min · West University Drive

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right

    88 m · 8 sec

  13. 13

    Turn straight onto North Interstate 35

    599 ft · 12 sec · North Interstate 35

  14. 14

    Take the ramp slight left toward I 35 South

    753 ft · 18 sec

  15. 15

    Merge slight left

    1.6 km · 1 min

  16. 16

    Continue on I 35E South: Dallas

    8.3 mi · 9 min

  17. 17

    Take the exit slight right toward FM 2181: Swisher Road

    939 ft · 27 sec

  18. 18

    Turn straight onto South Interstate 35E

    1 mi · 2 min · South Interstate 35E

  19. 19

    Turn left onto West Swisher Road

    1.1 mi · 2 min · West Swisher Road

  20. 20

    Continue on Lewisville Lake Toll Bridge

    2.1 mi · 3 min · Lewisville Lake Toll Bridge

  21. 21

    Continue on West Eldorado Parkway

    3.8 mi · 7 min · West Eldorado Parkway

  22. 22

    Continue on East Eldorado Parkway

    2.7 mi · 5 min · East Eldorado Parkway

  23. 23

    Turn right onto Witt Road

    1.6 km · 2 min · Witt Road

  24. 24

    Turn left onto King Road

    2713 ft · 1 min · King Road

  25. 25

    Continue on Main Street

    3.9 mi · 8 min · Main Street

  26. 26

    Turn left onto 5th Street

    121 m · 21 sec · 5th Street

  27. 27

    Turn right onto Oak Street

    109 m · 18 sec · Oak Street

  28. 28

    Turn right onto 6th Street

    108 m · 18 sec · 6th Street

  29. 29

    Turn right onto Main Street

    82 m · 8 sec · Main Street

  30. 30

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Wichita Falls and Frisco.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
30 steps
12 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
2 merges, 5 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
23.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Central East Freeway
71.8 mi · 57%
West US Highway 380
21.8 mi · 17%
I 35E South
8.3 mi · 7%
Main Street
3.99 mi · 3%
West Eldorado Parkway
3.84 mi · 3%
West University Drive
3.35 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Central East Freeway

Keep slight right to continue on Central East Freeway

69.8 mi · 01h 13m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 10m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 20m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+17.1 mi
109.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Alvord
01h 05m from Wichita Falls
Leave By
2:10 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Wichita Falls and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Frisco.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Wichita Falls to Frisco?

The road trip is about 126.8 miles (204.1 km) and usually takes 02h 10m 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 62.6 miles from Wichita Falls and 64.2 miles from Frisco.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 109.7 miles (176.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.1 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 2:10 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.93 one way or $33.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Wichita Falls and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Frisco.

Stop Ideas Near Alvord

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Alvord and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 11.2 mi away

Bridgeport Utility Billing

Bridgeport , TX
900 Thompson St, Bridgeport, TX 76426
Rating 1.0/5 2 reviews Water utility company,Convenience store
Stop photo coming soon
Meeting point 11.6 mi away

Decatur City Hall

Decatur , TX
201 E Walnut St, Decatur, TX 76234
Rating 1.0/5 2 reviews City Hall,City government office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Alvord.

RAIL

Gainesville

59 mi away
605 East California Street
RAIL

Fort Worth Central Station

76 mi away
1001 Jones Street
RAIL

Union Station

105 mi away
400 South Houston St.
RAIL

Ardmore station

105 mi away
251 East Main St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Wichita Falls and Frisco. Straight-line distance: 109.67 mi (176.5 km).

Wichita Falls

#1 Wichita Falls

The most populous city in Wichita County, Texas.

Population105,405
Coordinates33.9137100, -98.4933900
Altitude289
CountryUnited States
Frisco

#2 Frisco

Frisco is a city in the US state of Texas located in the counties of Collin and Denton, and an affluent and rapidly developing suburb of Dallas.

Population209,980
Coordinates33.1506700, -96.8236100
Altitude212
CountryUnited States
Start: Scott Avenue (-98.493495, 33.913652)
End: Main Street (-96.823654, 33.150495)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 204 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 13m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 10m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 32m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 06m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 48m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 34m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.48 gal
16.94 L · about $16.93
Round trip
$33.86
8.96 gal · 33.88 L
Estimated CO2
39.8 kg one way
Round trip: 79.6 kg / 175 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $16.93 $33.86
Mid-grade $4.25 $19.05 $38.10
Premium $4.59 $20.57 $41.14
Diesel $3.99 $17.89 $35.78

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Texas · Apr 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Wichita Falls and Frisco. The current time is 00:11:40.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.