How much does a ride from Dallas to Waco cost?

A Hitch ride from Dallas to Waco starts at $30. The fare changes with the day, the departure time and the ride type.

Is there a bus from Dallas to Waco?

Yes. FlixBus and Greyhound run direct buses from Dallas to Waco. The bus takes about 1 hour 40 minutes between stops, with up to 4 departures a day, and a seat costs about $19 one way.

Is there a train from Dallas to Waco?

Yes. Amtrak runs direct trains from Dallas to Waco. The train takes about 3 hours 40 minutes between stations, with 1 departure a day.

Hitch is long distance rideshare, connecting riders and drivers heading to the same city. We're like Uber, but for longer distances.

Hitch performs transportation industry standard background checks on all drivers. Every driver on our platform adheres to our high-quality standards and requirements.

Once you've downloaded the app, enter your origin and destination into the booking window. Then pick the day, time, and ride type that fits your schedule — book anywhere from 60 days to 2 hours in advance.

Is my ride guaranteed?

We always guarantee your booked ride and will have a driver available for your scheduled departure time.

What are my ride options?

Hitch has flexible options for every journey. Use our economical station-to-station service for shared or private rides, customize your travel with door-to-door, or ride in comfort and space with Hitch XL.

Can I book a ride for a friend?

It's no problem to book a ride for a friend or family member. As safety is top of mind, we ask that everyone ride on their own name and profile. To transfer a booked ride, reach out to our support team in-app for help.

How much luggage can I bring?

The number of bags you can bring depends on the ride type you purchase. Take a look at our Luggage Policy for an overview.

Book a ride from Dallas to Waco

Hitch is scheduled car rides between cities. Choose a departure time, and a driver takes you from Dallas to Waco.

Distance: 118 miles
Drive time: About 1 hr 45 min

Compare fares from Dallas to Waco

Pick a date and compare every ride type. Fares start at $30; the exact fare and seats are confirmed when you book.

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Dallas to Waco: Rideshare vs. Bus, Train, or Driving

A Hitch ride takes about 1 hr 45 min from a stop/station or your door; the bus takes about 1 hr 40 min from 2 stops/stations.

Dallas to Waco: Rideshare vs. Bus, Train, or Driving
Convenience
	Hitch	Traditional rideshareUber, Lyft	Economy busFlixBus, Greyhound	TrainAmtrak	Driving
Departures	Up to 13 a day	On demand	Up to 4 a day	1 a day	Anytime
Stops/stations	Stop/station or door	Your door	2	1	Your door
Travel time	1 hr 45 min	1 hr 45 min	1 hr 40 min	3 hr 40 min	1 hr 45 min
Comfort
Seating	The whole car	Window seat	Shoulder to shoulder	Shoulder to shoulder	Your own car
Price
Cost	From $92	About $177	About $19	Varies	$17 in gas

See how we compare with the bus, train and driving

Sources

Bus and train: typical scheduled time, week of Nov 16, 2026, from the published Amtrak, Brightline, FlixBus and Greyhound timetables; direct where one runs, otherwise with one change. Bus fare: the cheapest FlixBus or Greyhound seat on a few sample dates, median, fees included, checked Nov 1, 2026. Train fares change by date. Traditional rideshare (Uber, Lyft): time is the drive time; cost is the distance at $1.50 a mile, the average US UberX rate (RideWise, March 2026), before demand pricing and fees. Gas: EIA average regular price for Texas ($3.63/gal), week of Oct 26, 2026. Hitch fares are updated about once a day.

No middle seat, ever

On a Hitch shared ride the middle back seat is never sold, so every rider gets a window seat and no one sits shoulder to shoulder. Intercity buses and trains seat riders in rows of two, side by side.

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Safety is our priority

Our drivers are screened for safety and committed to community standards.

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Schedule your departure same-day or in advance for ultimate flexibility.

Starting at $20/seat

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Rider reviews

"Amazing for drivers who love on its. If it's viable for one trip for your day and earning goals, this is an amazing opportunity ❤️ makes up for the time of being pulled in every direction to earn your daily reuire $ amount. Highly recommend 👌"

Rick L

"10/10 recommend for rideshare service or to become a driver. Very safe and convenient."

Shaniah P

"Phenomenal organization! I have been utilizing Hitch since pre-COVID. The drivers are incredibly friendly and professional. The Hitch team is always prompt with their assistance, responses and/or resolution, if necessary. Currently in Europe, wish they had something like this here. I'll be back for Easter and using to go home from Houston to Austin. See yall soon. 😎"

Michael H

"Cheapest way I know to ride between cities in Texas. The pickup is on scheduled times and there are options to ride share. It's not the app if you immediately need to travel but if you plan ahead it's the best option available. Highly recommended. The app is also easy to use and I've never had a problem with drivers being late, in fact they've been early a few times."

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Rick L

"10/10 recommend for rideshare service or to become a driver. Very safe and convenient."

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How we keep you safe

Safety runs through every Hitch ride, from who we approve to drive to how your trip is tracked and reviewed.

Full background checks

Every driver passes a full driving record and criminal background check before their first trip.

Verified identity

We confirm each driver’s identity and review their documents, so you know exactly who’s driving.

Live ride tracking

Follow your trip in real time and share your live route with the people you trust.

360° community reviews

Riders and drivers rate each other after every trip, keeping the whole community accountable.

Student discount

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Experience city-to-city rideshare between Dallas and Waco with Hitch. Enjoy reliable, comfortable travel on your own schedule. Compared to the bus, Hitch is a more comfortable and convenient way to make the trip, with the flexibility to choose your own departure time. Skip the crowded buses and limited schedules and book your Hitch ride today for a seamless journey from Dallas to Waco.

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The drive from Dallas to Waco is 118 miles and takes about 1 hour 45 minutes without stops.

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