Alvin to Ruston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

264 miles 424.8 km · straight line
329.9 miles estimated 531 km · driving distance
6h 38min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
35° NE bearing direction

How far is Alvin from Ruston?

The distance from Alvin to Ruston is 264 miles (424.8 km) as the crow flies. Ruston is located NE of Alvin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 329.9 miles, taking about 6h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Alvin in Texas and Ruston in Louisiana.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Alvin and Ruston. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Alvin to Ruston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 38min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 58min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 18min $40–$115* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Alvin & Ruston

Quick Facts

Alvin
29.42°N, 95.24°W
America/Chicago
13m elevation
Ruston
32.52°N, 92.64°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients