Memphis to Waco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

479.1 miles 771 km · straight line
546.2 miles actual route 879 km · driving distance
9h 28min estimated drive time
$53 - $65 estimated fuel cost
~1h 28min flight time
241° WSW bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Waco?

The distance from Memphis to Waco is 479.1 miles (771 km) as the crow flies. Waco is located WSW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 546.2 miles, taking about 9h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee 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 Memphis 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 Memphis to Waco

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 28min $53 - $65 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 28min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 22min $44–$82* Budget
Train ~9h 0min $66–$191* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m 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 160 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 40 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 52 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM