How far is Wichita Falls, TX from Kyle, TX?
The driving distance from Wichita Falls, TX to Kyle, TX is about 323.1 miles (520 km), with a travel time of about 05h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 273.5 miles (440.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 46m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wichita Falls and Kyle.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wichita Falls and Kyle.
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Start on Scott Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · Scott Avenue
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Continue on East Scott Avenue
1297 ft · 30 sec · East Scott Avenue
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Turn slight right onto Old Jacksboro Highway
1.6 km · 2 min · Old Jacksboro Highway
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Turn left onto Central East Freeway
760 ft · 17 sec · Central East Freeway
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Take the ramp slight left
788 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left onto Central East Freeway
1.5 mi · 2 min · Central East Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Central East Freeway
96.6 mi · 1 hr 44 min · Central East Freeway
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Continue straight
4.6 mi · 5 min
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Merge slight left onto North Freeway
4.5 mi · 5 min · North Freeway
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Take the exit slight left toward I 35W Express Toll South
2952 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto I 35W TEXpress
4 mi · 4 min · I 35W TEXpress
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Merge slight right onto North South Freeway
84.6 mi · 1 hr 28 min · North South Freeway
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Continue on North Jack Kultgen Expressway
6.6 mi · 8 min · North Jack Kultgen Expressway
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
37.9 mi · 39 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Keep slight left
55.8 mi · 59 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Purple Heart Trail
22.1 mi · 25 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward RM 150: Kyle
1451 ft · 35 sec
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Turn straight onto South Interstate 35
1.1 km · 1 min · South Interstate 35
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Continue on North Old Highway 81
1907 ft · 38 sec · North Old Highway 81
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Continue on South Interstate 35
2306 ft · 50 sec · South Interstate 35
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Turn right onto East Center Street
1370 ft · 46 sec · East Center Street
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Turn right onto North Burleson Street
34 m · 3 sec · North Burleson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Burleson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wichita Falls and Kyle.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
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.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Wichita Falls and Sunny near Kyle.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wichita Falls to Kyle?
The road trip is about 323.1 miles (520 km) and usually takes 05h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Itasca is a useful midpoint, sitting about 161.7 miles from Wichita Falls and 161.4 miles from Kyle.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 273.5 miles (440.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 49.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:26 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $43.76 one way or $87.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 101.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Wichita Falls and Sunny near Kyle.
Stop Ideas Near Itasca
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Historic City Hall
Milford City Hall, Police Station, Municipal Court
Town Hall Estates Hillsboro
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Itasca.
Cleburne
Fort Worth Central Station
Waco, TX
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wichita Falls and Kyle. Straight-line distance: 273.56 mi (440.25 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 Kyle
A city in Hays County, Texas.
| Population | 51,558 |
| Coordinates | 29.9891100, -97.8772300 |
| Altitude | 222 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kyle (-97.87723, 29.98911)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 520 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.84 | $43.76 | $87.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $49.56 | $99.11 |
| Premium | $4.72 | $53.84 | $107.68 |
| Diesel | $5.78 | $65.85 | $131.69 |
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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