Lincoln, Nebraska to Waco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

640.6 miles 1030.9 km · straight line
768.7 miles estimated 1237.1 km · driving distance
15h 28min estimated drive time
$74 - $91 estimated fuel cost
~1h 47min flight time
182° S bearing direction

How far is Lincoln, Nebraska from Waco?

The distance from Lincoln, Nebraska to Waco is 640.6 miles (1030.9 km) as the crow flies. Waco is located S of Lincoln, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 768.7 miles, taking about 15h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 47min. Both are located in United States — Lincoln, Nebraska in Nebraska 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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lincoln, Nebraska 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 Lincoln, Nebraska to Waco

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 28min $74 - $91 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~18h 34min $61–$115* Budget
Train ~20h 6min $92–$269* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lincoln, Nebraska & Waco

Quick Facts

Lincoln, Nebraska
40.81°N, 96.70°W
America/Chicago
362m 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 214 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 53 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 38.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients