Columbia, Missouri to Lufkin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

543.1 miles 874 km · straight line
651.7 miles estimated 1048.8 km · driving distance
13h 7min estimated drive time
$63 - $77 estimated fuel cost
~1h 36min flight time
195° SSW bearing direction

How far is Columbia, Missouri from Lufkin?

The distance from Columbia, Missouri to Lufkin is 543.1 miles (874 km) as the crow flies. Lufkin is located SSW of Columbia, Missouri. By car, the driving distance is approximately 651.7 miles, taking about 13h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 36min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, Missouri in Missouri 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. 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 Columbia, Missouri 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 Columbia, Missouri to Lufkin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 7min $63 - $77 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 36min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 44min $52–$98* Budget
Train ~17h 3min $78–$228* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbia, Missouri & Lufkin

Quick Facts

Columbia, Missouri
38.95°N, 92.33°W
America/Chicago
215m 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 181 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 45 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 45.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients