Killeen to Ruston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Killeen from Ruston?

The distance from Killeen to Ruston is 314.2 miles (505.6 km) as the crow flies. Ruston is located ENE of Killeen. By car, the driving distance is approximately 377 miles, taking about 7h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Killeen in Texas 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. 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 Killeen 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.