Meads to Waco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Meads from Waco?

The distance from Meads to Waco is 943.2 miles (1518 km) as the crow flies. Waco is located WSW of Meads. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1131.9 miles, taking about 22h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 24min. Both are located in United States — Meads in Kentucky 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 Meads 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.