How far is Wichita Falls, TX from Houston, TX?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Wichita Falls and Houston is 340.53 miles (548.02 km).
Flight distance from Wichita Falls, TX to Houston, TX is 340.53 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 45 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 41 minutes to travel from Wichita Falls to Houston with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Wichita Falls, Texas to Houston, Texas is: 378.45 miles (609.05 km) by car.
Driving from Wichita Falls to Houston will take approximately 05 hours 34 minutes.
#1 Wichita Falls
The most populous city in Wichita County, Texas. It is located on the Wichita River in north central Texas. Wichita Falls is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Wichita Falls Museum of Art and the Wichita Falls Zoo.
| Population | 105405 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 33°54'49"N 98°29'36"W |
| Latitude | 33.9137100 |
| Longitude | -98.4933900 |
| Altitude | 289 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Houston
The fourth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Houston metropolitan area. It is located on the Gulf of Mexico, in southeastern Texas. Houston is a major center for the oil and gas industry.
| Population | 2316120 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 29°45'48"N 95°21'48"W |
| Latitude | 29.7632800 |
| Longitude | -95.3632700 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Houston: Louisiana Street (-95.363596,29.76347)
Estimated Travel Time Between Wichita Falls and Houston
The distance between Wichita Falls and Houston is 609 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 06 hours 46 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Wichita Falls and Houston. The current time is 08:22:50.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12 hours 36 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09 hours 27 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07 hours 34 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06 hours 18 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05 hours 24 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 05 hours 02 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 04 hours 43 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 50.55 liters (13.35 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Wichita Falls and Houston.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Wichita Falls to Houston is $40.34 (diesel $53.32).
Texas gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.02 | $3.45 | $3.78 | $3.99 |
| Total | $40.34 | $46.01 | $50.44 | $53.32 |
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The average gas price (in Texas ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.021 (Diesel $3.993) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Wichita Falls and Houston (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
