Cape Girardeau to Waco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

588.9 miles 947.7 km · straight line
706.6 miles estimated 1137.2 km · driving distance
14h 13min estimated drive time
$68 - $84 estimated fuel cost
~1h 41min flight time
230° SW bearing direction

How far is Cape Girardeau from Waco?

The distance from Cape Girardeau to Waco is 588.9 miles (947.7 km) as the crow flies. Waco is located SW of Cape Girardeau. By car, the driving distance is approximately 706.6 miles, taking about 14h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Cape Girardeau in Missouri 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 Cape Girardeau 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 Cape Girardeau to Waco

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 13min $68 - $84 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 4min $57–$106* Budget
Train ~18h 29min $85–$247* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cape Girardeau & Waco

Quick Facts

Cape Girardeau
37.31°N, 89.52°W
America/Chicago
108m 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 196 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients