Lufkin to New Caney: Road Trip Guide & Distance

86.6 miles 139.4 km · straight line
108.3 miles estimated 174.3 km · driving distance
2h 11min estimated drive time
$10 - $13 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
199° SSW bearing direction

How far is Lufkin from New Caney?

The distance from Lufkin to New Caney is 86.6 miles (139.4 km) as the crow flies. New Caney is located SSW of Lufkin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 108.3 miles, taking about 2h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. 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 Lufkin and New Caney. 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 Lufkin to New Caney

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 11min $10 - $13 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 37min $9–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 4min $13–$38* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lufkin & New Caney

Quick Facts

Lufkin
31.34°N, 94.73°W
America/Chicago
95m elevation
New Caney
30.16°N, 95.21°W
America/Chicago
29m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 29 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 287.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients