Driving from Plano to Waco
Waco lies 169 km (105 mi) south of Plano, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 2 h 17 min without stops, over roughly 206 km (128 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Plano | Waco | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 283,558 | 132,356 |
| Elevation | 207 m (679 ft) | 147 m (482 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 75023–75094 | 76701–76799 |
Where to book car hire from Plano to Waco
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Staying in Waco
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Common questions
How far is Waco from Plano?
169 km (105 mi) in a straight line, south of Plano; by road roughly 206 km (128 mi).
How long does it take to get from Plano to Waco by car?
About 2 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Plano 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.