Tuscaloosa to Waco: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Tuscaloosa from Waco?

The distance from Tuscaloosa to Waco is 570.3 miles (917.8 km) as the crow flies. Waco is located W of Tuscaloosa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 684.4 miles, taking about 13h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Both are located in United States — Tuscaloosa in Alabama 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 Tuscaloosa 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.