Oklahoma City to Waco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

271.5 miles 437 km · straight line
286.8 miles actual route 461.6 km · driving distance
5h 3min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
175° S bearing direction

How far is Oklahoma City from Waco?

The distance from Oklahoma City to Waco is 271.5 miles (437 km) as the crow flies. Waco is located S of Oklahoma City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 286.8 miles, taking about 5h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma City to Waco

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 3min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 4min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~4h 48min $34–$100* 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

Oklahoma City
35.47°N, 97.52°W
America/Chicago
366m 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 91 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 91.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM