Carlsbad Caverns to Lufkin: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Carlsbad Caverns from Lufkin?
The distance from Carlsbad Caverns to Lufkin is 579.9 miles (933.3 km) as the crow flies. Lufkin is located E of Carlsbad Caverns. By car, the driving distance is approximately 695.9 miles, taking about 14h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 40min. Both are located in United States — Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico and Lufkin in Texas.
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. 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 Carlsbad Caverns 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 Carlsbad Caverns to Lufkin
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 193 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
- You could travel this distance about 42.9 times to circle the Earth's equator