Lufkin to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1021.2 miles 1643.4 km · straight line
1232.1 miles actual route 1982.8 km · driving distance
21h 16min estimated drive time
$119 - $146 estimated fuel cost
~2h 33min flight time
283° WNW bearing direction

How far is Lufkin from Phoenix?

The distance from Lufkin to Phoenix is 1021.2 miles (1643.4 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located WNW of Lufkin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1232.1 miles, taking about 21h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 33min. Both are located in United States — Lufkin in Texas and Phoenix 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 Phoenix. 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 Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 21h 16min $119 - $146 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 33min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~25h 31min $99–$185* Budget
Train ~27h 39min $148–$431* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lufkin & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Lufkin
31.34°N, 94.73°W
America/Chicago
95m elevation
Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 340 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 85 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 24.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM