Origin
Broussard, LA
Morning in Broussard on Saturday
Local time
11:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Broussard, LA to Lafayette, LA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
53.5 mi
86 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Broussard, LA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward trip in Southeast Louisiana, the drive from Broussard to Lafayette covers 53.6 miles in about an hour and one minute. This journey is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. With a fuel budget of just $7, it is an incredibly cost-effective way to navigate between these two locations. You will primarily be utilizing State Route 107, LA 361, and LA 10 to complete the transit. Because the trip is short and efficient, it offers a great deal of flexibility for your schedule, whether you are heading out for business or a casual day trip.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 53.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since the highway share for this route is 0%, you should prepare for constant maneuvering on local roads instead of high-speed highway stretches. There is no long-distance highway travel here, as the longest stretch on State Route 107 is 0 miles, keeping the pace consistent but requiring your full attention behind the wheel. The road's personality is defined by these constant turns, which contrast sharply with typical highway driving. Staying alert is essential as you navigate the winding local layout that defines this hour-long transit.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 29.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and State Route 107. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 4.1 miles in near LA 107 / State Route 107.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 13m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.1 miles (LA 107 / State Route 107): Navigation decision point; at 14.3 miles (US 71): Navigation decision point; at 14.6 miles (LA 10 / La 10): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
4.1 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
LA 107 / State Route 107
At end of road, turn right onto LA 107 / State Route 107
Navigation decision point
5
14.3 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
US 71
At end of road, turn left onto US 71
Navigation decision point
4
14.6 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
LA 10 / La 10
Turn right onto LA 10 / La 10
Navigation decision point
4
23.4 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Turn left toward I 49 South: Opelousas
Navigation decision point
Toward I 49 South: Opelousas
4
52.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
Jefferson Boulevard
Turn right onto Jefferson Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 49 | 29.3 mi | 32m |
| State Route 107 | 7.3 mi | 12m |
| La 361 | 6.9 mi | 12m |
| State Route 10 | 6 mi | 8m |
| La 10 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| State Highway 10 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| US 71 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Rue Jefferson | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 29.3 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Broussard, LA and Lafayette, LA.
1
Start on Barron Road
395 ft
·
17 sec
·
Barron Road
2
Turn right onto LA 107
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 107
3
At end of road, turn right onto LA 107
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
State Route 107
4
Continue on LA 107
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 107
5
Continue on LA 361
6.9 mi
·
12 min
·
LA 361
6
At end of road, turn left onto US 71
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 71
7
Turn right onto LA 10
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
LA 10
8
Continue on LA 10
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
State Route 10
9
Continue on LA 10; LA 182
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
State Highway 10
10
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 49 South: Opelousas
11
Merge onto I 49
29 mi
·
32 min
·
I 49
12
Turn right onto Jefferson Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Jefferson Boulevard
13
Continue on Rue Jefferson
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Rue Jefferson
14
Turn right onto Rue Vermilion Ouest
335 ft
·
16 sec
·
Rue Vermilion Ouest
15
Arrive at destination
Rue Vermilion Ouest
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.8 mi from Broussard, LA · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.8 miles from Broussard, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lafayette, LA
The final approach into Lafayette, LA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.08 one way
$16.16 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.87 | $17.74 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.60 | $19.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.81 | $23.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.62 | $2.57 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.68 | $2.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.49 | $3.42 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Lafayette, LA
Morning in Lafayette on Saturday
Local time
11:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
20 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 13m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Broussard, LA to Lafayette, LA covers 53.5 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 49, State Route 107, La 361. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.8 miles from Broussard, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.08 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h 13m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.1 miles (LA 107 / State Route 107): Navigation decision point; at 14.3 miles (US 71): Navigation decision point; at 14.6 miles (LA 10 / La 10): Navigation decision point.
The route from Broussard, LA to Lafayette, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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