Origin
Jeanerette, LA
Morning in Jeanerette on Friday
Local time
9:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jeanerette, LA to Lafayette, LA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
31.8 mi
51 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jeanerette, LA
Maive & Nahuel Fotografía
Trip Overview
Jeanerette, LA to Lafayette, LA is 31.8 miles and takes about 48m via East Old Spanish Trail, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick trip takes you from the Southeast region of Louisiana to another part of the same state. Expect a local drive with frequent turns, making it feel more like navigating through towns than a highway cruise. It's a short enough journey that you won't need an overnight stay, offering plenty of flexibility for when you decide to depart. Consider this route if you're looking for a straightforward connection between these two Louisiana points without extensive highway time.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 31.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (4%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This drive is characterized by its turn-heavy nature, reflecting its profile as a local road experience. With only a 4% highway share, you'll be spending most of your time on surface streets and trails. The longest stretch without a significant turn is 6.7 miles along East Old Spanish Trail, offering a brief period of more consistent progress. You'll primarily be on East Old Spanish Trail, East Main Street, and Old Spanish Trail Highway South. Be prepared for frequent adjustments in direction as you navigate through the area.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Old Spanish Trail is the longest continuous segment at about 6.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near LA 182; LA 671 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 48m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 182; LA 671 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.8 miles (US 90; LA 182 / Southwest Evangeline Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 29.8 miles (East University Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
LA 182; LA 671 / Main Street
Turn left onto LA 182; LA 671 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
24.8 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
US 90; LA 182 / Southwest Evangeline Thruway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90; LA 182 / Southwest Evangeline Thruway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
3
29.8 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
East University Avenue
Turn left onto East University Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
31.2 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
Johnston Street
Turn right onto Johnston Street
Navigation decision point
4
31.7 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
Rue Vermilion Ouest
Turn left onto Rue Vermilion Ouest
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Old Spanish Trail | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| East Main Street | 5.3 mi | 8m |
| Old Spanish Trail Highway South | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Old Spanish Trail | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Southwest Evangeline Thruway | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| Southeast Evangeline Thruway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| East University Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
East Old Spanish Trail
— 6.7 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jeanerette, LA and Lafayette, LA.
1
Start on LA 671
43 ft
·
5 sec
·
Canal Street
2
Turn left onto LA 182; LA 671
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue on LA 182
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
East Old Spanish Trail
4
Continue on LA 182
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
East Main Street
5
Continue on LA 182
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Old Spanish Trail
6
Turn straight onto LA 182
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Old Spanish Trail Highway South
7
Continue on LA 182
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
8
Continue on LA 182
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
Southwest Frontage Road
9
Take the ramp onto LA 182
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
LA 182
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90; LA 182
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest Evangeline Thruway
11
Continue on US 90; LA 182
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Southeast Evangeline Thruway
12
Turn left onto East University Avenue
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East University Avenue
13
Turn right onto Johnston Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Johnston Street
14
Turn left onto Rue Jefferson
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Rue Jefferson
15
Turn left onto Rue Vermilion Ouest
335 ft
·
16 sec
·
Rue Vermilion Ouest
16
Arrive at destination
Rue Vermilion Ouest
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.9 mi from Jeanerette, LA · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.9 miles from Jeanerette, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lafayette, LA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Lafayette, LA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.80 one way
$9.61 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.27 | $10.54 |
| premium | $4.56 | $5.71 | $11.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.02 | $14.04 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.35
Southwest Evangeline Thruway
(2.5 mi)
$0.18
Southeast Evangeline Thruway
(2.5 mi)
$0.17
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$0
Total
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.34 | $1.53 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.78 | $1.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.45 | $2.04 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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 Friday
Local time
9:58 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
1 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
48m 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 Jeanerette, LA to Lafayette, LA covers 31.8 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Old Spanish Trail, East Main Street, Old Spanish Trail Highway South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.9 miles from Jeanerette, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.80 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 48m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 182; LA 671 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.8 miles (US 90; LA 182 / Southwest Evangeline Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 29.8 miles (East University Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Jeanerette, 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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