Lufkin to Mesa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1007.1 miles 1620.7 km · straight line
1223.2 miles actual route 1968.5 km · driving distance
21h 17min estimated drive time
$118 - $145 estimated fuel cost
~2h 32min flight time
283° WNW bearing direction

How far is Lufkin from Mesa?

The distance from Lufkin to Mesa is 1007.1 miles (1620.7 km) as the crow flies. Mesa is located WNW of Lufkin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1223.2 miles, taking about 21h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 32min. Both are located in United States — Lufkin in Texas and Mesa in Arizona.

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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lufkin and Mesa. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Lufkin to Mesa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 21h 17min $118 - $145 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 32min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~25h 32min $98–$183* Budget
Train ~27h 40min $147–$428* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lufkin & Mesa

Quick Facts

Lufkin
31.34°N, 94.73°W
America/Chicago
95m elevation
Mesa
33.42°N, 111.83°W
America/Phoenix
378m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 336 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 84 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 24.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM