Columbus, Ohio to Waco: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Columbus, Ohio from Waco?
The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Waco is 981.4 miles (1579.4 km) as the crow flies. Waco is located WSW of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1135.6 miles, taking about 20h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 28min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio 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 Columbus, Ohio 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 Columbus, Ohio to Waco
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 327 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 82 hours
- You could travel this distance about 25.4 times to circle the Earth's equator