Lufkin to Shreveport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

100.1 miles 161.1 km · straight line
125.1 miles estimated 201.4 km · driving distance
2h 31min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
35° NE bearing direction

How far is Lufkin from Shreveport?

The distance from Lufkin to Shreveport is 100.1 miles (161.1 km) as the crow flies. Shreveport is located NE of Lufkin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 125.1 miles, taking about 2h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Lufkin in Texas and Shreveport in Louisiana.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Shreveport. 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 Shreveport

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 31min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 1min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 23min $15–$44* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lufkin & Shreveport

Quick Facts

Lufkin
31.34°N, 94.73°W
America/Chicago
95m elevation
Shreveport
32.53°N, 93.75°W
America/Chicago
56m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 248.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients