Birmingham, Alabama to Waco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

617.5 miles 993.7 km · straight line
740.9 miles estimated 1192.4 km · driving distance
14h 54min estimated drive time
$71 - $88 estimated fuel cost
~1h 45min flight time
260° W bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, Alabama from Waco?

The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Waco is 617.5 miles (993.7 km) as the crow flies. Waco is located W of Birmingham, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 740.9 miles, taking about 14h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. Both are located in United States — Birmingham, Alabama in Alabama and Waco in Texas.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Birmingham, Alabama and Waco. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Birmingham, Alabama to Waco

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 54min $71 - $88 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 53min $59–$111* Budget
Train ~19h 22min $89–$259* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, Alabama & Waco

Quick Facts

Birmingham, Alabama
33.52°N, 86.80°W
America/Chicago
196m 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 206 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients