55 I Miss You Texts to Send Your Partner When You're Apart

55 ways to hit send.

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Updated Oct 25, 2024

Is there anything better than seeing that sweet, longing text from your partner that lets you know they really miss you? (Obviously, besides being together in person.) If you're away for a while, or you're just having a long day, chances are, receiving or sending an I miss you text can make you both feel loved, and cherished and even turn your day around for the better.

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Whether you're in a long-distance relationship or just want them to know they're on your mind, a sweet text can mean a lot. But if you're stuck on what to send, we have a few creative ideas for you. Below, find 55 loving ways to tell your partner you miss them today.

The best "I miss you" text ideas in this article:

Romantic "I Miss You" Texts
Cute "I Miss You" Texts
Funny "I Miss You" Texts
"I Miss You" Texts for Him
"I Miss You" Texts for Her
"I Miss You" Emoji Texts

Romantic "I Miss You" Texts

Consider yourself a full-blown romantic at heart? Sending romantic I miss you text messages is a perfect way to show them you love them and want to sweep them off their feet. Here are some of our favorite I miss you text message ideas.

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Thinking of you, our special evening the other night and how much I miss you.
Just wanted to remind you how much I miss you. Counting down the minutes until I can see you again. You're always in my heart.
I miss you more than words can say.
Just wanted to send a little love your way. Missing you is my heart's way of reminding me how much I cherish you.
I never knew how much I could miss someone until you came into my life.
Just a reminder: You're always on my mind and forever in my heart. Can't wait to feel your warmth again. 💕
I find myself daydreaming about all our special moments. I miss you more than I can say and I can't wait to create new memories together.
Every day feels incomplete without you by my side. I miss our little adventures together. Hurry home to me!
Life feels a little less vibrant without you here. I miss your laughter, your touch and just being with you.
I miss you so much and can't wait to wrap my arms around you again.

Cute "I Miss You" Texts

Very demure, very cutesy. If that's your style, sending your lover cute I miss you text messages is sure to put a smile on their face, even if you're going to see them later on in the day. Everyone likes being reminded that they're missed! Try sending one of these cute I miss you texts.

I miss you more than my favorite snacks! And you know how much I love snacks! 🍕❤️
Life is just so much better with you, I miss us.
I miss you like a squirrel misses its acorns. Hurry back so I can stop being nutty!
Just wanted to say that I miss you a whole bunch!
If I had a dollar for every time I missed you, I'd be rich enough to buy a plane ticket to you right now.
I miss you like crazy! Let's fix that soon, okay?
I miss you like a fish misses water! Let's get together soon so I can stop flopping around.
Missing you is my new hobby! Can't wait to get back to the real thing. 🥺
Wish we were having coffee together. I miss you a latte!
I miss you so much it should be illegal! Can't wait for our next adventure together <3

Funny "I Miss You" Texts

If you've always been the class clown or humor is the way to your lover's heart, here are some funny ways to say I miss you text ideas that will have them smiling from ear to ear.

I miss you more than I miss my favorite pair of socks that mysteriously vanished! Come back and help me find them!
I did three things today: Miss you, miss you and miss you.
You must be pretty tired given that you've been running in my thoughts 24-7.
I miss you so much I even talked to my plants today. They didn't have much to say back.
I miss you like a squirrel misses its nuts. Seriously, I'm going nuts over here!
I really miss you, but not as much as you missed me. Yeah, I know—I'm pretty awesome!
If I had a dollar for every time I missed you, I could afford to fly you back here!
I miss you more than I miss sleep on a Monday morning.
I wish I could copy and paste you into my bed.
You're so much fun to think of.

"I Miss You" Texts for Him

Found your Mr. Right? Show how much you care by sending an I miss you text for him. Trust us, guys love a perfectly crafted text just as much as anyone else—and you'll make them feel super loved, too.

Hey handsome, just wanted to say I miss you. Can't wait to see you again! ❤️
The distance only makes my love grow stronger. Missing you is hard, but loving you is easy.
Missing you is my least favorite hobby.
You've stolen my heart, and I miss its keeper.
Missing you is easier when I remember how you snore. Can't wait to hear that sweet symphony again!
Thinking of you and the way you make my world brighter.
*Sends flirty selfie* Wish you were here with me!
I miss you. Things just aren't the same without you around.
Hey love, can't stop thinking about you (and what we did last night) <3
You're the missing beat in my heart, the empty space in my bed.

"I Miss You" Texts for Her

Who doesn't appreciate an I miss you text message? Your long-distance lover, wife, girlfriend or even FWB will definitely love an I miss you text for her. Try sharing your feelings with one of our favorites, below.

I miss the way you light up my life. Come back soon, my dear.
The distance between us only makes me miss you more.
Just wanted to say I miss your face! Counting down the days until I can see you again. 😘
I miss your hugs, your kisses and your presence.
My days are incomplete without your smile.
Missing you today and wishing I could teleport to you.
I miss your energy and how you light up a room.
Just a little reminder: you're my favorite person and I miss you tons!
You make my heart skip a beat.
I miss you, dinner Friday?