Rock Springs to Waco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Rock Springs from Waco?

The distance from Rock Springs to Waco is 961.8 miles (1547.8 km) as the crow flies. Waco is located SE of Rock Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1154.1 miles, taking about 23h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 26min. Both are located in United States — Rock Springs in Wyoming 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 Rock Springs 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.