Texas City to Waco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

200.6 miles 322.8 km · straight line
250.7 miles estimated 403.5 km · driving distance
5h 3min estimated drive time
$24 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
319° NW bearing direction

How far is Texas City from Waco?

The distance from Texas City to Waco is 200.6 miles (322.8 km) as the crow flies. Waco is located NW of Texas City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 250.7 miles, taking about 5h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. 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. 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 Texas City 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.

How to Get from Texas City to Waco

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 3min $24 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 4min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 48min $30–$88* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Texas City & Waco

Quick Facts

Texas City
29.38°N, 94.90°W
America/Chicago
3m 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 67 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 124.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients