Austin, Texas to Waco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

95.4 miles 153.5 km · straight line
101.5 miles actual route 163.3 km · driving distance
1h 51min estimated drive time
$10 - $12 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
22° NNE bearing direction

How far is Austin, Texas from Waco?

The distance from Austin, Texas to Waco is 95.4 miles (153.5 km) as the crow flies. Waco is located NNE of Austin, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 101.5 miles, taking about 1h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Austin, Texas and Waco. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Austin, Texas to Waco

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 51min $10 - $12 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 13min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 45min $12–$36* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Austin, Texas & Waco

Quick Facts

Austin, Texas
30.27°N, 97.74°W
America/Chicago
149m elevation
Waco
31.55°N, 97.15°W
America/Chicago
143m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 261.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM