Cancun to Lufkin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cancun from Lufkin?

The distance from Cancun to Lufkin is 855.3 miles (1376.4 km) as the crow flies. Lufkin is located NNW of Cancun. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1026.3 miles, taking about 20h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 13min. Cancun is in Mexico, while Lufkin is in Texas, United States.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cancun 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.