How far is Waco, TX from Burkburnett, TX?
The driving distance from Waco, TX to Burkburnett, TX is about 216 miles (347.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 194.6 miles (313.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 52m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waco and Burkburnett.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waco and Burkburnett.
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Start on West Waco Drive
3.4 mi · 7 min · West Waco Drive
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Turn left onto North Interstate 35
706 ft · 16 sec · North Interstate 35
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Take the ramp straight toward I 35 North, US 77 North
1458 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
32.8 mi · 33 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35W: Fort Worth
51.5 mi · 54 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 35W Express North: I 35W TEXpress North
8.9 mi · 9 min · I 35W TEXpress
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Take the exit slight right toward US 81 North, US 287 North: Decatur
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
101.7 mi · 1 hr 48 min
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Continue on Lloyd Ruby Overpass
1.3 km · 59 sec · Lloyd Ruby Overpass
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Continue on Central Freeway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Central Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Central Freeway
7 mi · 7 min · Central Freeway
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Continue on South Red River Expressway
2.7 mi · 3 min · South Red River Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 240: Burkburnett
708 ft · 17 sec
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Continue on South Red River Expressway
1247 ft · 26 sec · South Red River Expressway
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Turn slight left onto Sheppard Road
1.5 km · 1 min · Sheppard Road
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Continue on South Avenue D
1.1 km · 1 min · South Avenue D
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Turn right onto East 3rd Street
21 m · 2 sec · East 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waco and Burkburnett.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
US 81 North
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102 mi · 01h 48m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Waco and Sunny near Burkburnett.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waco to Burkburnett?
The road trip is about 216 miles (347.6 km) and usually takes 03h 52m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Newark is a useful midpoint, sitting about 108.1 miles from Waco and 107.9 miles from Burkburnett.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 194.6 miles (313.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:16 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.80 one way or $57.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 67.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Waco and Sunny near Burkburnett.
Stop Ideas Near Newark
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Newark.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waco and Burkburnett. Straight-line distance: 194.53 mi (313.06 km).
#1 Waco
The 11th most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 141,377 |
| Coordinates | 31.5493300, -97.1466700 |
| Altitude | 143 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Burkburnett
City in Wichita County, Texas, United States
| Population | 11,405 |
| Coordinates | 34.0978700, -98.5706100 |
| Altitude | 323 |
| Country | United States |
End: Burkburnett (-98.57061, 34.09787)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 348 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 41m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.78 | $28.80 | $57.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $32.40 | $64.80 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $34.98 | $69.97 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $30.43 | $60.85 |
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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