Cities Near Wichita Falls
Cities near Wichita Falls, Texas: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Lawton, Denton, Flower Mound. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Wichita Falls, Texas is Lawton, about 48 mi (78 km) away — roughly 1 hr 27 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawton | 48 mi / 78 km | 1 hr 27 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Denton | 92 mi / 148 km | 2 hr 8 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Flower Mound | 102 mi / 164 km | 2 hr 22 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| North Richland Hills | 104 mi / 168 km | 2 hr 26 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Fort Worth | 106 mi / 171 km | 2 hr 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Norman | 109 mi / 175 km | 2 hr 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Frisco | 110 mi / 176 km | 2 hr 33 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Euless | 110 mi / 177 km | 2 hr 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Carrollton | 114 mi / 183 km | 2 hr 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Moore | 114 mi / 183 km | 2 hr 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Wichita Falls
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Lawton, Denton. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Wichita Falls
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Flower Mound, North Richland Hills, Fort Worth, Norman, Frisco. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Wichita Falls include Lawton, Denton, Flower Mound, North Richland Hills, Fort Worth. The closest is Lawton, about 48 miles (78 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.