Driving from Austin to Waco
Waco lies 154 km (95 mi) north of Austin, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 2 h 5 min without stops, over roughly 187 km (116 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Austin | Waco | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 974,447 | 132,356 |
| Elevation | 165 m (541 ft) | 147 m (482 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 73301–78799 | 76701–76799 |
Where to book car hire from Austin to Waco
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Staying in Waco
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Common questions
How far is Waco from Austin?
154 km (95 mi) in a straight line, north of Austin; by road roughly 187 km (116 mi).
How long does it take to get from Austin to Waco by car?
About 2 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Austin and Waco?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.