How far is it from Love Field to Wichita Falls?

The drive from Love Field to Wichita Falls is about 138 mi.

How long does the Love Field to Wichita Falls shuttle take?

The typical drive time from Love Field to Wichita Falls is 2 hours 3 mins in normal traffic, and up to 2 hours 18 mins during rush hour. Our private shuttle tracks your flight and plans around traffic so you arrive on time.

Dallas Love Field (DAL) to Wichita Falls Shuttle

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Brand: Texas Shuttle
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Love Field to Wichita Falls Airport Shuttle

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How is Your Service Different?

Any Address - We pick up and drop off at your home, business, hotel or any airport.
Better - most rides are non-stop and no sharing in a Nice Car, SUV or Shuttle.
Flexible - we pick you up on your schedule 24/7. It's also always free to change the date or time if your flight changes.
Safer - we don't leave you at a bus stop, and all our drivers go through nationwide fingerprint background checks.
Faster - most rides take half the time, because it's just you in the vehicle. No need to stop and wait everywhere.
Convenient - Door to Door means no need to arrange or pay for a Taxi or Lyft to get home.
Affordable - once you add it all up, it's the same price or less than other shared ride shuttles for two or more people, or less than Uber with just one person.

Schedule (Love Field to Wichita Falls)

What is your daily schedule?

We pick you up on your schedule 24/7, and take you anywhere in Dallas and Fort Worth. Our professional shuttle drivers are normally 5-10 minutes early at your home in Fort Worth and Dallas, or right on time at Dallas Fort Worth. You pick the time we pick you up. Normally 30 minutes after you land is enough time to get your bags and find Prearranged.

What is my pickup time at Love Field?

We normally pick you up 30 minutes after your plane lands for domestic flights, or 45 mins after for international flights. If you don't have bags, you can schedule your pickup time for 15 mins after you land, or 30 mins for international flights with no bags.

What happens if my flight is delayed in Love Field?

Pickup times automatically adjust to 30 minutes after you land if your flight is delayed for domestic flights at DFW, or 45 minutes after you land for international flights. Please let us know as soon as possible if your flight number changes. You can always text us if there is a delay. This is helpful since airlines don't always update things online when they are late.

What happens if my flight in Love Field arrives early?

Call or send us a text if you want us to pick you up early at Dallas Fort Worth, and we will let your shuttle driver know that you are ready to be picked up. Otherwise, we will pick you up at the scheduled time on your reservation. If it's hot outside, please wait inside the DFW terminal closest to prearranged until your car or airport shuttle is a minute or so away.

How soon should I make a reservation?

Although there is no set rule that prevents booking a Love Field to Wichita Falls Shuttle last minute, it's a good idea to make your reservation as soon as possible so a shuttle driver is available and prevent any delays with picking you up. There's no need to confirm again if you've already made a reservation, and received a confirmation email.

How long does it take from Dallas or Love Field Texas?

Texas Shuttle trips from Dallas or Fort Worth Texas in normal traffic are about an hour and forty minutes versus three and a half hours on the bus with a bunch of people. Rush hour in downtown Dallas and Fort Worth will normally add 15-45 mins (30 mins on the average). You might think there's no way a bus or another shared ride shuttle company in Dallas or Fort Worth Shuttle would take that long, but they stop and wait 3-5 times to pickup people. Buses and other shuttles also don't leave on your schedule, so you might wait 30 mins - 1.5 hours if the bus is running late. With us it's just you going straight to Fort Worth or Dallas, normally non-stop in a nicer vehicle or shuttle.

What time should I be picked up?

The drive to Fort Worth is about 1 hour and 40 minutes. 3 hours and 30 minutes before your flight is normally enough time if you're going to DFW. Dallas Fort Worth recommends you be there 2 hours early to get through security and find your gate. Boarding in Dallas usually starts 30 mins before your plane takes off. However, one hour and thirty mins is generally okay. Dallas and Fort Worth Shuttle driving takes about 2 hours, then 3 and a half hours before your flight takes off is normally good. You start running the risk that they will give your seat away in Dallas about 40 mins before your flight takes off. Sometimes a little extra time is good and makes your trip to Fort Worth stress free by adjusting for the unexpected.

Our Great Company

With more than 100,000 customers and 5 years in business, Texas Shuttle LLC owns Love Field to Wichita Falls Shuttle, and has shuttle drivers all over the State of Texas. Our main office is 10 minutes from DFW and Love Field in the Dallas Fort Worth area.

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Traveling from Love Field to Wichita Falls is a smooth journey along Interstate 35E and Texas Highway 114, taking you through scenic countryside and urban landscapes. Starting in the bustling area around Garland and Richardson, our drivers will navigate past major landmarks like the NorthPark Center before heading north towards Denton. Upon reaching Wichita Falls, you'll be dropped off near iconic destinations such as the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge or downtown's historic district.

This route is popular with business travelers and tourists alike, who appreciate the convenience of door-to-door service without the hassle of airport parking. A typical drive from Love Field to Wichita Falls takes about an hour and a half, depending on traffic conditions.

Do you adjust pickup times for flight delays?

Yes, we monitor your flight status and will adjust your pickup time accordingly to ensure you're never left stranded.

What should I expect for the fare from Love Field to Wichita Falls?

The average fare for this route is around $134, reflecting the distance of about 41 miles covered by our vehicles.

The Fastest Ways to Get from Dallas Love Field to Wichita Falls

Wichita Falls sits roughly 140 miles northwest of Dallas Love Field, and under normal traffic conditions the drive takes about two and a quarter to two and a half hours. There is no commercial airport with regular scheduled service between the two cities, no passenger rail link, and no intercity bus terminal right at Love Field itself — so nearly every trip comes down to a version of the same question: drive yourself, ride with a shuttle or private car service, or combine rideshare with a rental car. Below is a straightforward comparison of your realistic options, followed by route detail, rest-stop recommendations, and answers to the questions travelers ask most.

Option	Typical Door-to-Door Time	Best For	Things to Know
Private shuttle or chauffeured car service	About 2–2.5 hours, direct	Business travelers, families with luggage, airport pickups	Door-to-door from the terminal curb; no transfers; flat-fee quotes vary by provider
Driving your own car or a rental	About 2.25–2.5 hours	Travelers who want flexibility on arrival and departure times	Rental counters are in the Love Field terminal; watch for construction zones on US-287
Rideshare (Uber/Lyft)	About 2.25–2.5 hours	Solo travelers who score a driver willing to make the long haul	Long-distance rideshare availability out of Love Field can be hit or miss; costs are quoted at metered rates, not flat fees
Rental car + returning at a Wichita Falls location	About 2.5–3 hours	One-way travelers staying several days	Confirm one-way drop-off availability and any drop fees before booking; not all agencies serve Wichita Falls Regional Airport

A note on cost: because fares, fuel prices, and drop-off fees change constantly, we don't publish specific numbers here. Any figure you receive from a shuttle company, rideshare app, or rental agency should be treated as a live quote, and we'd encourage you to compare at least two before committing. What we can tell you is how each option actually works on the ground.

Which Route Should You Take? US-287 vs. the US-377 Alternative

Nearly every driver making the trip from Love Field to Wichita Falls ends up on US-287 northwest, and for good reason — it's the most direct four-lane corridor between the Metroplex and the Red River. But there are two common ways to reach it, and the choice depends on where you're starting and what time you're leaving.

The Standard Route: I-35E North, Then US-287 Northwest

From Love Field, the simplest routing heads north on Cedar Springs or Denton Drive to reach I-35E, then follows the interstate northwest past the Lewisville Lake bridge. Most drivers exit at Denton and pick up US-377/US-380 westbound briefly before connecting to US-287 northwest — a corridor that carries you through Decatur and Bowie before crossing into the Wichita Falls area. Expect the trip to run roughly 145 miles door to door, depending on your exact origin and destination addresses.

The trade-off on this route is the Dallas end. I-35E between downtown Dallas and Lewisville is one of the most congestion-prone stretches of highway in North Texas during weekday rush hours. If you're leaving Love Field between 7 and 9 a.m. or 4 and 6:30 p.m. on a weekday, build in extra time or plan to grab coffee in the terminal until the worst of it clears.

The Fort Worth-Angled Alternative

Some drivers, particularly those departing during heavy I-35E congestion, swing west first — taking SH 183 or SH 114 toward Fort Worth and connecting to I-35W or SH 199/US-287 on the northwest side. US-287 actually begins its northwest run near Fort Worth, so this routing puts you on the corridor earlier. It can feel longer on paper, but on the wrong day at the wrong hour it can genuinely be faster. A quick check of live traffic conditions before you leave the terminal will settle the question better than any rule of thumb.

What the Drive Looks Like Mile by Mile

Once you're past the Metroplex, the drive changes character quickly. The rolling terrain north of Denton gives way to classic North Texas ranch country — live oak groves, hay pastures, and grain silos. Decatur is the most substantial town along the way, famous for its striking 1896 Wise County Courthouse on the square; it's the natural place to stop for fuel or a quick lunch. Bowie, roughly 40 minutes further northwest, is the last good-sized fuel stop before Wichita Falls. From Bowie, US-287 runs nearly straight into the city, passing within view of Sheppard Air Force Base on the southeastern edge of town before you reach the main exits along US-287/US-281 and Central Freeway (US-277/US-281).

One practical caution: US-287 between Decatur and Wichita Falls carries a significant share of heavy freight traffic serving the oil field and agricultural operations in the region. The road is well maintained and divided for most of the route, but keep generous following distance, especially at dusk when deer movement picks up along the Red River bottomlands.

Should You Book a Shuttle or Private Car Instead of Driving?

For many travelers — particularly those flying into Love Field and heading straight to Wichita Falls — the answer is yes. Here's the reasoning:

You arrive tired or on a tight schedule. A chauffeured ride starts at the terminal curb and ends at your hotel, office, or home in Wichita Falls. No rental counter line, no navigating I-35E at rush hour, no arriving after dark on a rural highway.
You're traveling in a group. Once three or four people are splitting the ride, a private shuttle often becomes the most economical option per person — and everyone gets to actually talk or work during the drive instead of taking turns at the wheel.
You have a return flight to catch. A scheduled pickup in Wichita Falls eliminates the stress of timing a rental car return against a departing flight out of Love Field.

Professional shuttle services running the Dallas–Wichita Falls corridor know the routing cold, monitor traffic, and can adjust between the I-35E and Fort Worth approaches on the fly. If you're evaluating providers, ask whether the trip is a flat quoted rate, whether the driver tracks your inbound flight for delays, and how far in advance you need to book a Wichita Falls pickup for the return leg.

Arriving at Dallas Love Field: What to Know Before You Head Out

If Wichita Falls is your destination and Love Field is your entry point, a few terminal-specific details will smooth your arrival:

The terminal is compact and easy to navigate. Love Field has a single terminal with all gates under one roof, so even first-time visitors can walk from baggage claim to ground transportation in minutes.
Rideshare and shuttles pick up on the upper departures level. Follow signs for app-based ride services or scheduled shuttles; commercial vehicles stage in designated zones, and drivers typically text their exact stall number when they're close.
Rental car counters are inside the terminal. All major agencies operate from the baggage claim level, with the garage connected to the terminal — a genuinely quick process compared to most airports.
Grab provisions before you leave. Love Field has solid dining and coffee options in the terminal. Wichita Falls is about two hours away, and while Decatur and Bowie both have fast food and fuel, there are long quiet stretches in between.
Check the weather in both cities. North Texas weather can differ meaningfully over 145 miles — Wichita Falls frequently sees stronger wind, ice storms in winter, and higher heat extremes in summer than Dallas does.

When You Arrive in Wichita Falls: A Quick Orientation

Wichita Falls is a city of roughly 100,000 residents (per U.S. Census Bureau estimates) and serves as the commercial hub of North Texas' western region. Travelers arriving for the first time will find a surprisingly walkable downtown and plenty of green space. A few landmarks worth knowing:

Lucy Park — a large city park along the Wichita River with trails, picnic areas, and one of the best viewpoints of the city's namesake artificial waterfall on the river downtown.
The "Falls" on the Wichita River — the recreated waterfall that gives the city its name, located near the intersection of Lamar and Austin Streets downtown; the original natural falls were washed out by a flood more than a century ago.
Kell House Museum — a preserved early-1900s home on Bluff Street operated as a house museum by the Wichita County Heritage Society, offering a window into the city's early oil-boom prosperity.
River Bend Nature Center — an environmental education center adjacent to Lucy Park with exhibits and butterfly conservatory, popular with visiting families.
Midwestern State University (MSU Texas) — the campus anchors the southwest side of the city and brings a steady stream of visiting families and athletics travelers through town.
Sheppard Air Force Base — a major Air Force training installation on the city's southeastern edge; if you're visiting a trainee, note that base access requires proper documentation and advance coordination.

Most hotels, restaurants, and event venues cluster along Kemp Boulevard (Loop 11 corridor), Lawrence Road, and the downtown area — all within a 15-minute drive of the US-287 exits, so a direct airport transfer drops you essentially anywhere in town without a second leg.

Planning the Return Trip: Wichita Falls to Love Field

The return leg deserves its own planning, because the stakes are higher — a missed flight is a bigger problem than a late arrival in Wichita Falls. A few guidelines:

Leave Wichita Falls at least 4.5–5 hours before a domestic flight. That covers the 2.5-hour drive with a buffer for traffic on I-35E, a fuel stop, and Love Field's typical security wait times.
Love Field is a Southwest Airlines fortress hub. Southwest operates the overwhelming majority of flights there, and its baggage and check-in windows are generally forgiving — but early morning flights mean pre-dawn departures from Wichita Falls.
Book return transportation in advance. If you're using a shuttle or car service, schedule the Wichita Falls pickup when you book the inbound leg rather than calling the night before.
Check US-287 conditions in winter. Ice events on the highway between Bowie and Wichita Falls periodically close lanes or the route entirely; winter travelers should check TxDOT road conditions the morning of travel.

Frequently Asked Questions: Love Field to Wichita Falls

How far is it from Dallas Love Field to Wichita Falls?

The drive is approximately 140–145 miles depending on your exact start and end points, and typically takes between 2 hours 15 minutes and 2 hours 30 minutes in normal traffic. Add buffer during Dallas weekday rush hours or North Texas holiday travel periods.

Is there a bus or train from Love Field to Wichita Falls?

There is no direct passenger rail service, and no scheduled bus route departs directly from Love Field to Wichita Falls. Intercity bus options serving Wichita Falls generally route through Dallas or Fort Worth ground transportation centers, requiring a transfer from the airport first — usually via the DART Orange Line light rail or a rideshare. For most travelers, a private shuttle or rental car is faster and simpler than patching together bus connections.

What's the best highway route from Love Field to Wichita Falls?

The standard route is I-35E North out of Dallas, connecting to US-287 Northwest near Denton/Decatur, and continuing through Bowie to Wichita Falls. During I-35E congestion, an alternate via SH 183/SH 114 toward Fort Worth and onto US-287 from the west can save time. Check live traffic before departing — the better option changes with the hour.

How much does it cost to get from Love Field to Wichita Falls?

We don't publish specific fares because prices change frequently, but here's how to estimate: a rental car will cost the daily rate plus fuel for roughly 290 round-trip miles; rideshare quotes use metered rates over the full long distance, which can make them surprisingly expensive; and private shuttle services typically offer flat quotes for the corridor — request quotes from two or three providers and compare directly for current pricing.

Are there good places to stop along the way?

Yes. Decatur — on the courthouse square if you have extra time, or at the US-287 service roads if you don't — is the most convenient mid-route stop at roughly the halfway mark. Bowie offers the last major fuel and food stop before Wichita Falls. Between the two towns, services thin out considerably, so fuel up in Decatur or Bowie if your tank is below half.

Is the drive from Love Field to Wichita Falls safe at night?

US-287 is a well-maintained divided highway for nearly the entire route, and thousands of drivers make the trip after dark without incident. The main nighttime considerations are heavy truck traffic, occasional deer crossings (especially in the Red River bottomlands north of Bowie), and reduced services if you have car trouble. Many travelers on late flights into Love Field prefer booking a professional driver for evening arrivals rather than driving rural highway themselves while fatigued.

Can a shuttle pick me up directly at the Love Field terminal?

Yes. Private shuttle and chauffeured car services pick up at the terminal's designated commercial vehicle zones on the upper level, and professional providers track inbound flights so a delayed arrival doesn't cost you your ride. Be sure to provide your flight number when booking, and have your driver's contact information handy when you land so you can coordinate the pickup stall.

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Pricing / Fares to and from Wichita Falls

How much does a shuttle cost to Wichita Falls TX?

It depends on the addresses you enter, if it's in the middle of the night or early morning, and the number of people. Check rates by clicking the buttons that say "Check Rates" below. There are different options under "Select Service" like "To Airport" or "From Airport" and "One Way" or "Round Trip". Choose the option called "Any Two Addresses 24/7" for non-airport transportation between any two addresses in Texas. Rates are total, not per person.

How do I save money?

Enter the promo code "ONLINE" for round trips and save 10% for booking online, or book a round trip and save more both ways. You'll also get a free upgrade to non-stop if you use the promo code "NONSTOP". We're here to help; so if you have any questions, feel free call us.

How Do I Get an Accurate Quote?

Step 1 - You can just type city and check rates, but we recommend entering the full address to get an accurate quote since we have special rates for certain zip codes and most pricing is mileage based. Once you fill in the addresses, click "View Rates".
Step 2 - We include pricing for Texas Taxi, Airport Shuttle and Black Car Service, so you can compare costs and have more options. Choose the type of service you want with the correct number of passengers. Once a price comes up, click "Reserve Now"
Step 3 - Enter your name, cell phone and email to save your quote and automatically get a copy sent to your email. We can easily look up your quote by name if you call and finish up your reservation. Just click "Continue"
Step 4 - The website won't book anything until you enter a credit or debit card on the final booking screen. You will automatically receive a confirmation email with all the details after you click "Confirm My Reservation".

What are the benefits of using our service?

Door to door shuttle service is included on all our trips. Usually trips in Texas are non-stop in a nicer vehicle. Texas Shuttle can pick you up Dallas, or your home anytime 24/7. We normally take you straight there, which is very different from other companies that leave you at a bus stop in Texas, and stop and wait repeatedly. We also don't pack you in with 8-54 people you don't know.

Does it cost anything to change my reservation?

You can change the date and time of your reservation at no cost. If you don't know the exact address, you can enter the city for now and reserve it, then give us the full address later. If you don't know your flight number landing in Dallas, you can estimate the time and update the flight number and time later.

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What type of vehicle will pick me up?

We send a Love Field to Wichita Falls Shuttle or SUV (4+ passengers) or a nice car (1-3 passengers) anytime and take you to any address in Fort Worth Texas, not just DFW. Our Dallas and Fort Worth vehicles are clean and newer. Most vehicles are luxury and full size. We have Mercedes Sprinter Shuttles, Lincoln Navigators, Lincoln MKZ's, and a variety of other vehicles.

Pickup Locations

Your Texas Shuttle picks you up where it says Prearranged at DFW or Ground Transportation at Love Field. If you are in a wheelchair, do not allow your attendant to leave you anywhere except Prearranged at DFW. The signs are easy to see, and they are always at the curb.
Security won't allow drivers to wait or walk more than 15 feet away from their vehicle, so good communication is essential. Turn on your cell phone and take it off airplane mode and silent, so your driver can call or text you. If you don't recognize the number, it's probably your driver.

DFW - Prearranged Limo is located at the lower level of each terminal. Please choose the closest one to your gate and let your driver know when they call or text you.

Terminal A - Level 1 - Prearranged Limo is across the crosswalk from Door A15 and A29.
Terminal B - Level 1 - Prearranged Limo is across the crosswalk from Door B8 and B30.
Terminal C - Level 1 - Prearranged Limo is across the crosswalk from Door C4, C10, C24 and C30.
Terminal D - Level 0 - Prearranged Limo is Downstairs near Door D22.
Terminal E - Level 0 - Prearranged Limo is Downstairs near Door E35.

Love Field - Ground Transportation is on the lower level down the ramp from the baggage claim. Head to the right, and we pick you up where it says Oversized Vehicles.

Better Drivers (Love Field to Wichita Falls)

Who are your drivers?

Most of our shuttle drivers are experienced, licensed professionals in Dallas or Fort Worth Texas. They have excellent people skills, and are usually very knowledgeable about the area from Dallas to Fort Worth. Some of our shuttle drivers are professional guides in Dallas or Fort Worth Texas. Learn more about our drivers.