Chattanooga to Waco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chattanooga from Waco?

The distance from Chattanooga to Waco is 724.5 miles (1165.9 km) as the crow flies. Waco is located WSW of Chattanooga. By car, the driving distance is approximately 869.4 miles, taking about 17h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 57min. Both are located in United States — Chattanooga in Tennessee 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chattanooga 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.