Benton to Lufkin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

255.1 miles 410.6 km · straight line
318.9 miles estimated 513.3 km · driving distance
6h 25min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
210° SSW bearing direction

How far is Benton from Lufkin?

The distance from Benton to Lufkin is 255.1 miles (410.6 km) as the crow flies. Lufkin is located SSW of Benton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 318.9 miles, taking about 6h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Benton in Arkansas 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 Benton 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 Benton to Lufkin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 25min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 42min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 6min $38–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Benton & Lufkin

Quick Facts

Benton
34.56°N, 92.59°W
America/Chicago
124m 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 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients