Phoenix to Waco: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Phoenix from Waco?
The distance from Phoenix to Waco is 878.9 miles (1414.5 km) as the crow flies. Waco is located E of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1052.2 miles, taking about 18h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 16min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix to Waco
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 293 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 73 hours
- You could travel this distance about 28.3 times to circle the Earth's equator