Dixiana to Ruston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

356.5 miles 573.7 km · straight line
427.8 miles estimated 688.4 km · driving distance
8h 36min estimated drive time
$41 - $51 estimated fuel cost
~1h 13min flight time
258° WSW bearing direction

How far is Dixiana from Ruston?

The distance from Dixiana to Ruston is 356.5 miles (573.7 km) as the crow flies. Ruston is located WSW of Dixiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 427.8 miles, taking about 8h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Dixiana in Alabama and Ruston in Louisiana.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Dixiana 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 Dixiana to Ruston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 36min $41 - $51 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 13min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 19min $34–$64* Budget
Train ~8h 10min $51–$150* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dixiana & Ruston

Quick Facts

Dixiana
33.74°N, 86.65°W
America/Chicago
227m 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 119 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 69.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients