Waco to West Odessa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

315.3 miles 507.4 km · straight line
378.4 miles estimated 608.9 km · driving distance
7h 37min estimated drive time
$36 - $45 estimated fuel cost
~1h 8min flight time
275° W bearing direction

How far is Waco from West Odessa?

The distance from Waco to West Odessa is 315.3 miles (507.4 km) as the crow flies. West Odessa is located W of Waco. By car, the driving distance is approximately 378.4 miles, taking about 7h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Waco and West Odessa. 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 Waco to West Odessa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 37min $36 - $45 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 8min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 8min $30–$57* Budget
Train ~7h 14min $45–$132* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Waco & West Odessa

Quick Facts

Waco
31.55°N, 97.15°W
America/Chicago
143m elevation
West Odessa
31.84°N, 102.50°W
America/Chicago
903m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 105 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 79 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients