Paducah to Ruston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Paducah from Ruston?

The distance from Paducah to Ruston is 389.5 miles (626.8 km) as the crow flies. Ruston is located SW of Paducah. By car, the driving distance is approximately 467.4 miles, taking about 9h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Paducah in Kentucky and Ruston 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. 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 Paducah 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.