Denison to Ruston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

241.1 miles 388 km · straight line
301.4 miles estimated 485 km · driving distance
6h 4min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
110° ESE bearing direction

How far is Denison from Ruston?

The distance from Denison to Ruston is 241.1 miles (388 km) as the crow flies. Ruston is located ESE of Denison. By car, the driving distance is approximately 301.4 miles, taking about 6h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Denison 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 Denison 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 Denison to Ruston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 4min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 17min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 46min $36–$105* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Denison & Ruston

Quick Facts

Denison
33.76°N, 96.54°W
America/Chicago
222m 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 80 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 103.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients