How far is Rhode Island, TX from Lufkin, TX?
The driving distance from Rhode Island, TX to Lufkin, TX is about 118.4 miles (190.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 94.4 miles (151.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 29m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rhode Island and Lufkin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rhode Island and Lufkin.
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Start on County Road 161
3 m · 7 sec · County Road 161
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Turn left onto East FM 833
1.5 km · 1 min · East FM 833
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Turn right onto North State Highway 75
16 m · 3 sec · North State Highway 75
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Turn left onto West FM 833
1.1 km · 2 min · West FM 833
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Continue on Farm-to-Market Road 833
3263 ft · 2 min · Farm-to-Market Road 833
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Turn left onto North Interstate 45
49 m · 7 sec · North Interstate 45
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Take the ramp left
1777 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
6.9 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Farm-to-Market Road 27: Fairfield, Wortham
1016 ft · 25 sec
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Turn left onto North Interstate 45
55 m · 10 sec · North Interstate 45
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Turn left onto West Commerce Street
2.2 mi · 4 min · West Commerce Street
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Continue on US Highway 84 West
23.3 mi · 34 min · US Highway 84 West
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Turn right
12.6 mi · 19 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
24.8 mi · 29 min
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Turn left onto East Goliad Avenue
31.4 mi · 34 min · East Goliad Avenue
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Continue straight
11.6 mi · 12 min
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Continue on North Raguet Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · North Raguet Street
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Turn left onto West Frank Avenue
2050 ft · 56 sec · West Frank Avenue
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Turn right onto North First Street
704 ft · 14 sec · North First Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South First Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rhode Island and Lufkin.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Goliad Avenue
Turn left onto East Goliad Avenue
31.4 mi · 00h 34m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Rhode Island and Sunny near Lufkin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rhode Island to Lufkin?
The road trip is about 118.4 miles (190.6 km) and usually takes 02h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Grapeland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.2 miles from Rhode Island and 59.3 miles from Lufkin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 94.4 miles (151.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 24 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.05 one way or $32.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rhode Island and Sunny near Lufkin.
Stop Ideas Near Grapeland
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Grapeland.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rhode Island and Lufkin. Straight-line distance: 94.37 mi (151.88 km).
#1 Rhode Island
Rhode Island is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.8154400, -96.2313600 |
| Altitude | 119 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lufkin
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 34,955 |
| Coordinates | 31.3382400, -94.7291000 |
| Altitude | 95 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lufkin (-94.7291, 31.33824)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 191 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.84 | $16.05 | $32.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $18.17 | $36.34 |
| Premium | $4.72 | $19.74 | $39.48 |
| Diesel | $5.78 | $24.14 | $48.29 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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