Lufkin to New Orleans: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lufkin from New Orleans?

The distance from Lufkin to New Orleans is 293 miles (471.5 km) as the crow flies. New Orleans is located ESE of Lufkin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 366.2 miles, taking about 7h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Lufkin in Texas and New Orleans 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 Lufkin and New Orleans. 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.