Baton Rouge to Lufkin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

218.7 miles 352 km · straight line
273.4 miles estimated 440 km · driving distance
5h 30min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
287° WNW bearing direction

How far is Baton Rouge from Lufkin?

The distance from Baton Rouge to Lufkin is 218.7 miles (352 km) as the crow flies. Lufkin is located WNW of Baton Rouge. By car, the driving distance is approximately 273.4 miles, taking about 5h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Baton Rouge in Louisiana and Lufkin in Texas.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Baton Rouge and Lufkin. 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 Baton Rouge to Lufkin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 30min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 36min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 14min $33–$96* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Baton Rouge & Lufkin

Quick Facts

Baton Rouge
30.45°N, 91.19°W
America/Chicago
17m elevation
Lufkin
31.34°N, 94.73°W
America/Chicago
95m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 73 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 113.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients