How far is Jewell, TX from Waco, TX?
The driving distance from Jewell, TX to Waco, TX is about 4.6 miles (7.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 4.3 miles (7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Town in McLennan County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jewell and Waco.
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Start on the route
18 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto Jewell Drive
1761 ft · 1 min · Jewell Drive
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Turn straight onto Woodway Drive
128 m · 9 sec · Woodway Drive
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Take the ramp slight left toward US 84 East
160 m · 13 sec
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Merge slight left onto George W Bush Parkway
4.1 mi · 7 min · George W Bush Parkway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Waco Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jewell and Waco.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
George W Bush Parkway
Merge slight left onto George W Bush Parkway
4.08 mi · 00h 07m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Jewell and Mostly Cloudy near Waco.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jewell to Waco?
The road trip is about 4.6 miles (7.4 km) and usually takes 00h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Beverly Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.3 miles from Jewell and 2.3 miles from Waco.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 4.3 miles (7 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.60 one way or $1.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Jewell and Mostly Cloudy near Waco.
Stop Ideas Near Beverly Hills
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Beverly Hills.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jewell and Waco. Straight-line distance: 4.33 mi (6.97 km).
#1 Jewell
Jewell is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.5029400, -97.1961200 |
| Altitude | 184 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Waco
The 11th most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 141,377 |
| Coordinates | 31.5493300, -97.1466700 |
| Altitude | 143 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Waco Drive (-97.14678, 31.549415)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 7 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $0.60 | $1.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $0.68 | $1.36 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $0.73 | $1.47 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $0.64 | $1.28 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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