Origin
Crowley, LA
Afternoon in Crowley on Sunday
Local time
2:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Crowley, LA to New Iberia, LA
Drive Time
55m
Distance
46.2 mi
74 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Crowley, LA
Maria Mercedes Tirigall
New Iberia, LA
Wei Huang
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Crowley to New Iberia, you are in for a quick 46.2-mile journey through Southeast Louisiana. Lasting approximately 55 minutes, this trip is ideal for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend about $6 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. Navigating through local streets like West Hutchinson Avenue, Northwest Court Circle, and East Hutchinson Avenue defines the flow of this transit. Because the entire trip is local, you will enjoy a straightforward drive that connects these two distinct communities without the stress of long-haul travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
23.1 miles from Crowley, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route contains zero highway miles. You will be navigating surface streets for the entire duration of the trip, requiring your full attention at intersections and turns. Since the longest stretch is zero miles on West Hutchinson Avenue, the road character is defined by frequent transitions rather than long, uninterrupted segments. This profile makes for a hands-on driving experience where you stay engaged with the local road layout from start to finish. It is a practical, no-frills connection that keeps you moving through the local grid.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Hutchinson Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Crowley, LA to New Iberia, LA is easy. At 55m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Crowley, LA to New Iberia, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Hutchinson Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Northwest Court Circle | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Hutchinson Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Crowley Rayne Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Tower Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| LA 182 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North University Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Southeast Evangeline Thruway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Hutchinson Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crowley, LA and New Iberia, LA.
1
Start on West Hutchinson Avenue
72 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Hutchinson Avenue
2
Continue on West Hutchinson Avenue
276 ft
·
16 sec
·
West Hutchinson Avenue
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Northwest Court Circle
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Northwest Court Circle
4
Turn right onto East Hutchinson Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Hutchinson Avenue
5
Continue on Crowley Rayne Highway
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Crowley Rayne Highway
6
Turn left onto Tower Road
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Tower Road
7
Take the ramp slight right
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
8
Merge slight left
19 mi
·
20 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward LA 182
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
LA 182
10
Keep slight right
305 ft
·
8 sec
11
Turn slight right onto North University Avenue
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
North University Avenue
12
Merge slight left onto Southeast Evangeline Thruway
505 ft
·
8 sec
·
Southeast Evangeline Thruway
13
Continue on Southwest Evangeline Thruway
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Southwest Evangeline Thruway
14
Keep slight right to continue on Southwest Evangeline Thruway
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
·
Southwest Evangeline Thruway
15
Keep slight right to continue on Southwest Evangeline Thruway
0.7 mi
·
47 sec
·
Southwest Evangeline Thruway
16
Take the exit slight right
12 mi
·
18 min
17
Turn right onto Julia Street
207 ft
·
9 sec
·
Julia Street
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 55-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid local traffic bottlenecks. Since there are no planned stops on this route, make sure you are fueled up and ready to go before leaving Crowley, especially since your total fuel cost is estimated at just $6. Keep a close eye on your navigation when transitioning between West Hutchinson Avenue and the local turns, as the lack of highway segments means you will be making more frequent maneuvers. Embracing this route’s simplicity allows you to reach New Iberia efficiently without the fatigue of a longer trek. Use the short duration to your advantage by planning your arrival to align perfectly with your activities in New Iberia.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 23.1 miles from Crowley, LA, or about 27m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 46.2 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.1 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Iberia, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Crowley, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Crowley, LA
This is one driving day of about 46.2 miles and 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Crowley, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.1 mi from Crowley, LA · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 46.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.1 miles from Crowley, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New Iberia, LA
The final approach into New Iberia, LA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around New Iberia, LA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.06 one way
$14.13 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $7.75 | $15.49 |
| premium | $4.61 | $8.39 | $16.77 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.26 | $20.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.85 | $2.22 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.04 | $1.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.47 | $2.96 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
New Iberia, LA
Afternoon in New Iberia on Sunday
Local time
2:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
65°F
Newton, TX
23 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
17 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
55m 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 Crowley, LA to New Iberia, LA covers 46.2 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Hutchinson Avenue, Northwest Court Circle, East Hutchinson Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.1 miles from Crowley, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.06 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.
The drive from Crowley, LA to New Iberia, LA is easy. At 55m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Crowley, LA to New Iberia, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Crowley, LA to New Iberia, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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