Lufkin to West Odessa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

458.5 miles 737.9 km · straight line
550.2 miles estimated 885.5 km · driving distance
11h 4min estimated drive time
$53 - $65 estimated fuel cost
~1h 25min flight time
276° W bearing direction

How far is Lufkin from West Odessa?

The distance from Lufkin to West Odessa is 458.5 miles (737.9 km) as the crow flies. West Odessa is located W of Lufkin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 550.2 miles, taking about 11h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lufkin and West Odessa. 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 West Odessa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 4min $53 - $65 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 25min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 17min $44–$83* Budget
Train ~10h 31min $66–$193* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lufkin & West Odessa

Quick Facts

Lufkin
31.34°N, 94.73°W
America/Chicago
95m elevation
West Odessa
31.84°N, 102.50°W
America/Chicago
903m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 153 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 54.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients