Lawton to Waco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

223.3 miles 359.4 km · straight line
279.2 miles estimated 449.3 km · driving distance
5h 37min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
161° SSE bearing direction

How far is Lawton from Waco?

The distance from Lawton to Waco is 223.3 miles (359.4 km) as the crow flies. Waco is located SSE of Lawton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 279.2 miles, taking about 5h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Lawton in Oklahoma and Waco in Texas.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lawton 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 Lawton to Waco

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 37min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 44min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 20min $34–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lawton & Waco

Quick Facts

Lawton
34.61°N, 98.39°W
America/Chicago
339m 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 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients