Lufkin to Slidell: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lufkin from Slidell?

The distance from Lufkin to Slidell is 302.7 miles (487.1 km) as the crow flies. Slidell is located ESE of Lufkin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 378.4 miles, taking about 7h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Lufkin in Texas and Slidell 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 Slidell. 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.