San Antonio to Waco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

167.3 miles 269.3 km · straight line
179.7 miles actual route 289.2 km · driving distance
3h 18min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
28° NNE bearing direction

How far is San Antonio from Waco?

The distance from San Antonio to Waco is 167.3 miles (269.3 km) as the crow flies. Waco is located NNE of San Antonio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 179.7 miles, taking about 3h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Waco

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 18min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 58min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 8min $22–$63* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between San Antonio & Waco

Quick Facts

San Antonio
29.42°N, 98.49°W
America/Chicago
198m 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 56 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 148.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM