Cypress to Ruston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

252.6 miles 406.5 km · straight line
315.7 miles estimated 508.1 km · driving distance
6h 21min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
45° NE bearing direction

How far is Cypress from Ruston?

The distance from Cypress to Ruston is 252.6 miles (406.5 km) as the crow flies. Ruston is located NE of Cypress. By car, the driving distance is approximately 315.7 miles, taking about 6h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Cypress in Texas and Ruston in Louisiana.

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. 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 Cypress and Ruston. 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 Cypress to Ruston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 21min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 37min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~6h 2min $38–$110* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cypress & Ruston

Quick Facts

Cypress
29.97°N, 95.70°W
America/Chicago
46m elevation
Ruston
32.52°N, 92.64°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients