Nacogdoches to Port Arthur: Road Trip Guide & Distance

126.1 miles 202.9 km · straight line
157.6 miles estimated 253.6 km · driving distance
3h 10min estimated drive time
$15 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time
160° SSE bearing direction

How far is Nacogdoches from Port Arthur?

The distance from Nacogdoches to Port Arthur is 126.1 miles (202.9 km) as the crow flies. Port Arthur is located SSE of Nacogdoches. By car, the driving distance is approximately 157.6 miles, taking about 3h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States.

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 Nacogdoches and Port Arthur. 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 Nacogdoches to Port Arthur

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 10min $15 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 48min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 1min $19–$55* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Nacogdoches & Port Arthur

Quick Facts

Nacogdoches
31.60°N, 94.66°W
America/Chicago
92m elevation
Port Arthur
29.89°N, 93.94°W
America/Chicago
2m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 42 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 197.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients