Fayetteville, Arkansas to Waco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fayetteville, Arkansas from Waco?

The distance from Fayetteville, Arkansas to Waco is 355.9 miles (572.8 km) as the crow flies. Waco is located SSW of Fayetteville, Arkansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 427.1 miles, taking about 8h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Fayetteville, Arkansas in Arkansas and Waco in Texas.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Fayetteville, Arkansas 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.