Ruston to Waxahachie: Road Trip Guide & Distance

245.6 miles 395.3 km · straight line
307 miles estimated 494.1 km · driving distance
6h 11min estimated drive time
$30 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
269° W bearing direction

How far is Ruston from Waxahachie?

The distance from Ruston to Waxahachie is 245.6 miles (395.3 km) as the crow flies. Waxahachie is located W of Ruston. By car, the driving distance is approximately 307 miles, taking about 6h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Ruston in Louisiana and Waxahachie in Texas.

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. 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 Ruston and Waxahachie. 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 Ruston to Waxahachie

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 11min $30 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 25min $25–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 52min $37–$107* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ruston & Waxahachie

Quick Facts

Ruston
32.52°N, 92.64°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Waxahachie
32.39°N, 96.85°W
America/Chicago
170m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 101.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients