Poplar Bluff to Waco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Poplar Bluff from Waco?

The distance from Poplar Bluff to Waco is 527.5 miles (849 km) as the crow flies. Waco is located SW of Poplar Bluff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 633.1 miles, taking about 12h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 34min. Both are located in United States — Poplar Bluff in Missouri 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. 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 Poplar Bluff 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.