Omaha to Waco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

674.1 miles 1084.8 km · straight line
743 miles actual route 1195.7 km · driving distance
13h 10min estimated drive time
$72 - $88 estimated fuel cost
~1h 51min flight time
186° S bearing direction

How far is Omaha from Waco?

The distance from Omaha to Waco is 674.1 miles (1084.8 km) as the crow flies. Waco is located S of Omaha. By car, the driving distance is approximately 743 miles, taking about 13h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 51min. Both are located in United States — Omaha 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 Omaha 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 Omaha to Waco

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 10min $72 - $88 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 48min $59–$111* Budget
Train ~17h 7min $89–$260* Comfort

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

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

Suggested Stops Between Omaha & Waco

Quick Facts

Omaha
41.26°N, 95.93°W
America/Chicago
332m 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 225 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 56 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 36.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM