Day trip from Waco to Pasadena
Pasadena lies 278 km (172 mi) south-east of Waco, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 278 km (172 mi) apart, Pasadena is a realistic day trip from Waco: about 4 h 31 min each way by road.
| Waco | Pasadena | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 132,356 | 153,784 |
| Elevation | 147 m (482 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 76701–76799 | 77501–77508 |
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Staying in Pasadena
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Common questions
How far is Pasadena from Waco?
278 km (172 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Waco; by road roughly 339 km (210 mi).
How long does it take to get from Waco to Pasadena by road?
About 4 h 31 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Waco and Pasadena?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.