How far is Wichita Falls, TX from Grand Prairie, TX?

The driving distance from Wichita Falls, TX to Grand Prairie, TX is about 133.7 miles (215.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 07m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 118.2 miles (190.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 15m 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
133.73 mi
02h 07m
Flight
118.17 mi
190.17 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
118.17 mi
Kilometers
190.17 km
Flight Time
00h 14m

Driving Distance

Road route
133.73 mi
Kilometers
215.21 km
Drive Time
02h 07m

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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 07m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Grand Prairie
Thu, Apr 30, 3:45 AM CDT
Return by in Wichita Falls
Thu, Apr 30, 5:53 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Wichita Falls
2026-04-30T01:38
Arrive Grand Prairie
Thu, Apr 30, 3:45 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 07m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:08 AM to 12:08 PM CDT

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

Leave by
2:14 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
66.8 mi
01h 03m
To Grand Prairie
66.9 mi
01h 03m

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 Grand Prairie.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Wichita Falls and Grand Prairie.

  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

    96.6 mi · 1 hr 44 min · Central East Freeway

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    4.6 mi · 5 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto North Freeway

    2.3 mi · 3 min · North Freeway

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward I 820

    2148 ft · 24 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on I 820 East

    1 mi · 2 min

  12. 12

    Merge slight left onto Northeast Loop

    1893 ft · 25 sec · Northeast Loop

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight left toward I 820 Express East Toll

    675 ft · 8 sec

  14. 14

    Merge slight left onto I 820 TEXpress

    5.5 mi · 6 min · I 820 TEXpress

  15. 15

    Continue on SH 121/183 TEXpress

    4.4 mi · 4 min · SH 121/183 TEXpress

  16. 16

    Continue on SH 183 TEXpress

    2.5 mi · 2 min · SH 183 TEXpress

  17. 17

    Take the exit slight right

    80 m · 6 sec

  18. 18

    Merge slight right onto Airport Freeway

    3.6 mi · 4 min · Airport Freeway

  19. 19

    Take the exit slight right toward PGBT, TX 161: President George Bush Turnpike

    819 ft · 20 sec

  20. 20

    Keep slight right to continue on PGBT South: President George Bush Turnpike South

    2386 ft · 58 sec

  21. 21

    Merge slight left onto President George Bush Turnpike

    6 mi · 6 min · President George Bush Turnpike

  22. 22

    Take the exit slight right toward TX 180: Main Street, Jefferson Street

    1455 ft · 28 sec

  23. 23

    Turn straight onto North State Highway 161

    136 m · 10 sec · North State Highway 161

  24. 24

    Turn left onto Dalworth Street

    1.1 km · 2 min · Dalworth Street

  25. 25

    Turn slight left onto West Main Street

    2155 ft · 51 sec · West Main Street

  26. 26

    Continue on East Main Street

    1793 ft · 46 sec · East Main Street

  27. 27

    Turn left

    23 m · 5 sec

  28. 28

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

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
28 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
12
6 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
20.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Central East Freeway
103 mi · 77%
President George Bush Turnpike
5.99 mi · 4%
I 820 TEXpress
5.51 mi · 4%
SH 121/183 TEXpress
4.38 mi · 3%
Airport Freeway
3.6 mi · 3%
SH 183 TEXpress
2.51 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Central East Freeway

Keep slight right to continue on Central East Freeway

96.6 mi · 01h 44m

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 07m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 16m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+15.5 mi
118.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Alvord
01h 03m from Wichita Falls
Leave By
2:14 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Wichita Falls and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Grand Prairie.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Wichita Falls to Grand Prairie?

The road trip is about 133.7 miles (215.2 km) and usually takes 02h 07m 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 66.8 miles from Wichita Falls and 66.9 miles from Grand Prairie.

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

The direct path is about 118.2 miles (190.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.5 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 2:14 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.84 one way or $35.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.9 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 Grand Prairie.

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 9.3 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 7.7 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
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 12 mi away

Paradise City Hall

Paradise , TX
218 Main St, Paradise, TX 76073
City administration

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 Grand Prairie. Straight-line distance: 118.17 mi (190.17 km).

Wichita Falls

#1 Wichita Falls

The most populous city in Wichita County, Texas.

Population105,405
Coordinates33.9137100, -98.4933900
Altitude289
CountryUnited States
Grand Prairie

#2 Grand Prairie

The ninth most populous city in Texas.

Population195,272
Coordinates32.7459600, -96.9977800
Altitude157
CountryUnited States
Start: Scott Avenue (-98.493495, 33.913652)
End: (-96.997772, 32.74596)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 215 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 27m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 20m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 40m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 13m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 54m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 40m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.72 gal
17.86 L · about $17.84
Round trip
$35.67
9.44 gal · 35.72 L
Estimated CO2
41.9 kg one way
Round trip: 83.9 kg / 185 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $17.84 $35.67
Mid-grade $4.25 $20.07 $40.14
Premium $4.59 $21.67 $43.34
Diesel $3.99 $18.85 $37.69

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 Grand Prairie. The current time is 01:38:10.

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.