How far is Lufkin, TX from Irving, TX?

Fastest route

The distance between Lufkin, Texas and Irving, Texas is approximately 184 miles (296 kilometers). The fastest route, considering current traffic conditions, is via US-69 N and US-175 W.

Directions

  1. Start by heading northwest on W Denman Ave toward Harrell St.
  2. Continue onto S Raguet St and keep right to continue on N Raguet St.
  3. Take US-69 N and US-175 W to MacArthur Blvd in Grand Prairie.
  4. Take exit 36 from I-30 W.
  5. Turn right onto N John Redditt Dr and use any lane to turn left at TX-103 W/TX-287 Loop S.
  6. Continue straight onto Alexander Blvd and onto US-175 W/Frankston St.
  7. Turn right to merge onto TX-7 Loop N/US-175 W toward Mabank.
  8. Use the right lane to take the ramp to Mabank.
  9. Use the right two lanes to take exit 284A for I-30 W.
  10. Keep left and merge onto I-30 W.
  11. Keep right at the fork to stay on I-30 W.
  12. Keep right at the fork to stay on I-30 W.
  13. Take exit 36 to merge onto MacArthur Blvd.
  14. Continue on MacArthur Blvd and drive to N Ohio St in Irving.
  15. Merge onto MacArthur Blvd, continue straight onto S MacArthur Blvd.
  16. Turn right onto Rock Island Rd.
  17. Finally, turn right onto N Ohio St.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 It is advisable to check the current traffic conditions and adjust your travel time accordingly.
  • ⛽ Make sure to fuel up your vehicle before starting the journey.
  • 📱 Consider using a navigation app or GPS device to help you navigate the route.
  • 🍽️ Plan for meal stops or pack snacks for the journey.
  • 🚫 Observe traffic rules and regulations throughout the drive.
  • 🚧 Be prepared for any construction or roadwork along the way.
  • 🛣️ Stay focused and attentive while driving, and take breaks if needed.
  • 🏨 If planning an overnight stay, make accommodation arrangements in Irving, Texas in advance.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
182.57 mi
03h 06m
Flight
165.18 mi
265.83 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
165.18 mi
Kilometers
265.83 km
Flight Time
00h 19m

Driving Distance

Road route
182.57 mi
Kilometers
293.82 km
Drive Time
03h 06m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 03h 06m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Irving
Thu, Apr 23, 12:52 AM CDT
Return by in Lufkin
Thu, Apr 23, 3:59 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lufkin
2026-04-22T21:46
Arrive Irving
Thu, Apr 23, 12:52 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 06m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:06 AM to 11:06 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:48 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Lufkin
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Athens
TX

City in Texas

From Lufkin
90.3 mi
01h 33m
To Irving
92.3 mi
01h 33m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
77°F
Wednesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SE
Destination
78°F
Wednesday

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Lufkin and Irving.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lufkin and Irving.

  1. 1

    Start on South First Street

    704 ft · 22 sec · South First Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto West Frank Avenue

    2050 ft · 56 sec · West Frank Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn right onto North Raguet Street

    2 mi · 3 min · North Raguet Street

  4. 4

    Continue on North Raguet Street

    880 ft · 18 sec · North Raguet Street

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight right

    130 m · 12 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto John Redditt Drive

    1.1 km · 1 min · John Redditt Drive

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Loop 287 Frontage Road

    899 ft · 17 sec · Loop 287 Frontage Road

  8. 8

    Take the ramp straight

    780 ft · 22 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    53.6 mi · 1 hr 3 min

  10. 10

    Turn left onto Alexander Boulevard

    937 ft · 20 sec · Alexander Boulevard

  11. 11

    Continue on Frankston Highway

    3163 ft · 56 sec · Frankston Highway

  12. 12

    Continue on US Highway 175 West

    9.6 mi · 11 min · US Highway 175 West

  13. 13

    Turn slight right

    3.8 mi · 4 min

  14. 14

    Merge slight left onto East Pine Street

    1.9 mi · 3 min · East Pine Street

  15. 15

    Continue on US Highway 175

    20.8 mi · 22 min · US Highway 175

  16. 16

    Continue on East Corsicana Street

    2.5 mi · 5 min · East Corsicana Street

  17. 17

    Keep slight right to continue on US Highway 175 West

    68.8 mi · 1 hr 15 min · US Highway 175 West

  18. 18

    Merge slight left onto Julius Schepps Freeway

    1.7 mi · 2 min · Julius Schepps Freeway

  19. 19

    Take the exit slight right toward I 30

    978 ft · 24 sec

  20. 20

    Keep slight left to continue on I 30 West

    2818 ft · 1 min

  21. 21

    Keep slight left

    1037 ft · 25 sec

  22. 22

    Merge slight left onto East R L Thornton Freeway

    1.2 km · 1 min · East R L Thornton Freeway

  23. 23

    Continue on Tom Landry Freeway

    6.2 mi · 7 min · Tom Landry Freeway

  24. 24

    Take the exit slight right toward LOOP 12

    3277 ft · 2 min

  25. 25

    Keep slight right to continue on Loop 12 North

    593 ft · 15 sec

  26. 26

    Turn straight onto North Walton Walker Service Road West

    1057 ft · 21 sec · North Walton Walker Service Road West

  27. 27

    Take the ramp slight left toward Loop 12 North

    1233 ft · 30 sec

  28. 28

    Merge slight left onto North Walton Walker Boulevard

    2.3 mi · 2 min · North Walton Walker Boulevard

  29. 29

    Take the exit slight right toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard

    150 m · 12 sec

  30. 30

    Turn straight onto South Loop 12

    1548 ft · 33 sec · South Loop 12

  31. 31

    Turn left onto East State Highway 356

    1977 ft · 60 sec · East State Highway 356

  32. 32

    Continue on East Irving Boulevard

    1.2 mi · 2 min · East Irving Boulevard

  33. 33

    Continue on West Irving Boulevard

    790 ft · 27 sec · West Irving Boulevard

  34. 34

    Turn right onto North Ohio Street

    18 m · 3 sec · North Ohio Street

  35. 35

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Ohio Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Lufkin and Irving.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
35 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
12
6 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
19.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US Highway 175 West
78.4 mi · 43%
Loop 287 Frontage Road
53.9 mi · 30%
US Highway 175
20.8 mi · 11%
Tom Landry Freeway
6.25 mi · 3%
East Corsicana Street
2.45 mi · 1%
North Raguet Street
2.28 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

US Highway 175 West

Keep slight right to continue on US Highway 175 West

68.8 mi · 01h 15m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 06m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+17.4 mi
165.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Athens
01h 33m from Lufkin
Leave By
10:48 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Lufkin and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Irving.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Lufkin to Irving?

The road trip is about 182.6 miles (293.8 km) and usually takes 03h 06m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Athens is a useful midpoint, sitting about 90.3 miles from Lufkin and 92.3 miles from Irving.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 165.2 miles (265.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:48 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.34 one way or $48.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Lufkin and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Irving.

Stop Ideas Near Athens

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Athens, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Athens.

BUS

Tyler, TX

55 mi away
303 North Bois D'Arc Street
RAIL

Mineola

61 mi away
115 East Front St.
BUS

Mesquite, TX

97 mi away
1331 Highway 80 East \r\n1331 Highway 80 East \r\n
BUS

Dallas, TX

109 mi away
205 South Lamar Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lufkin and Irving. Straight-line distance: 165.18 mi (265.83 km).

Lufkin

#1 Lufkin

City in Texas, USA

Population34,955
Coordinates31.3382400, -94.7291000
Altitude95
CountryUnited States
Irving

#2 Irving

The third most populous city in Texas.

Population240,916
Coordinates32.8140200, -96.9488900
Altitude147
CountryUnited States
Start: South First Street (-94.729168, 31.33826)
End: West Irving Boulevard (-96.948894, 32.813864)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 294 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 04m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 33m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 39m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 02m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 36m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 16m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.44 gal
24.39 L · about $24.34
Round trip
$48.67
12.88 gal · 48.78 L
Estimated CO2
57.2 kg one way
Round trip: 114.5 kg / 252 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $24.34 $48.67
Mid-grade $4.25 $27.38 $54.77
Premium $4.59 $29.57 $59.13
Diesel $3.99 $25.71 $51.43

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Texas · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Lufkin and Irving. The current time is 21:46:40.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.