Decatur, Alabama to Lufkin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

502.3 miles 808.4 km · straight line
602.8 miles estimated 970.1 km · driving distance
12h 8min estimated drive time
$58 - $71 estimated fuel cost
~1h 31min flight time
245° WSW bearing direction

How far is Decatur, Alabama from Lufkin?

The distance from Decatur, Alabama to Lufkin is 502.3 miles (808.4 km) as the crow flies. Lufkin is located WSW of Decatur, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 602.8 miles, taking about 12h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. Both are located in United States — Decatur, Alabama in Alabama 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 Decatur, Alabama 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 Decatur, Alabama to Lufkin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 8min $58 - $71 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 31min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 34min $48–$90* Budget
Train ~15h 46min $72–$211* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Decatur, Alabama & Lufkin

Quick Facts

Decatur, Alabama
34.61°N, 86.98°W
America/Chicago
171m 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 167 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 42 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 49.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients