Mount Pleasant, Texas to Ruston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

142.2 miles 228.8 km · straight line
177.7 miles estimated 286 km · driving distance
3h 35min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
107° ESE bearing direction

How far is Mount Pleasant, Texas from Ruston?

The distance from Mount Pleasant, Texas to Ruston is 142.2 miles (228.8 km) as the crow flies. Ruston is located ESE of Mount Pleasant, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 177.7 miles, taking about 3h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Mount Pleasant, Texas in Texas and Ruston 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 Mount Pleasant, Texas and Ruston. 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 Mount Pleasant, Texas to Ruston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 35min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 18min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 24min $21–$62* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mount Pleasant, Texas & Ruston

Quick Facts

Mount Pleasant, Texas
33.16°N, 94.97°W
America/Chicago
123m elevation
Ruston
32.52°N, 92.64°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 47 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 175.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients