Denton to Lufkin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

191.1 miles 307.6 km · straight line
238.9 miles estimated 384.5 km · driving distance
4h 48min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
132° SE bearing direction

How far is Denton from Lufkin?

The distance from Denton to Lufkin is 191.1 miles (307.6 km) as the crow flies. Lufkin is located SE of Denton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 238.9 miles, taking about 4h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Denton 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 Denton to Lufkin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 48min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 46min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 34min $29–$84* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Denton & Lufkin

Quick Facts

Denton
33.21°N, 97.13°W
America/Chicago
201m 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 64 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 130.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients