Norman to Waco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

254.4 miles 409.4 km · straight line
318 miles estimated 511.8 km · driving distance
6h 24min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
176° S bearing direction

How far is Norman from Waco?

The distance from Norman to Waco is 254.4 miles (409.4 km) as the crow flies. Waco is located S of Norman. By car, the driving distance is approximately 318 miles, taking about 6h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Norman 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Norman 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 Norman to Waco

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 24min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 41min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 5min $38–$111* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

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

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Quick Facts

Norman
35.22°N, 97.44°W
America/Chicago
357m 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 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients