Lufkin to Tupelo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lufkin from Tupelo?

The distance from Lufkin to Tupelo is 403.8 miles (649.8 km) as the crow flies. Tupelo is located ENE of Lufkin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 484.5 miles, taking about 9h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in United States — Lufkin in Texas and Tupelo in Mississippi.

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 Tupelo. 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.