Origin
Lafayette, LA
Evening in Lafayette on Thursday
Local time
5:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lafayette, LA to Jennings, LA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
49m
Distance
41.2 mi
66 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jennings, LA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lafayette, LA to Jennings, LA covers 41.2 miles and takes about 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 10, West University Avenue, Evangeline Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 35.5 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.22 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 41.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 49m highway drive covering 41.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and West University Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 35.5 miles on I 10.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 35.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and West University Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Saint John 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 49m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Saint John Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.2 miles (Versailles Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 38.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Saint John Street
At end of road, turn right onto Saint John Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Versailles Boulevard
Turn left onto Versailles Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
38.3 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward LA 97: Jennings, Evangeline
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward LA 97: Jennings, Evangeline
4
38.4 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
40.3 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
LA 102 / North Cutting Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto LA 102 / North Cutting Avenue
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Lafayette, LA to Jennings, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Evangeline along the way.
Evangeline
38.3 mi in
|
~44m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 35.5 mi | 38m |
| West University Avenue | 2 mi | 3m |
| Evangeline Highway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Cutting Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Roberts Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Versailles Boulevard | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Rue Vermilion Ouest | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Plaquemine Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 35.5 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette, LA and Jennings, LA.
1
Start on Rue Vermilion Ouest
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Rue Vermilion Ouest
2
At end of road, turn right onto Saint John Street
235 ft
·
11 sec
·
Saint John Street
3
Turn left onto Versailles Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Versailles Boulevard
4
Turn right onto West University Avenue
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
West University Avenue
5
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
6
Merge onto I 10; US 167
35 mi
·
38 min
·
I 10; US 167
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward LA 97: Jennings, Evangeline
8
Turn left
69 ft
·
1 sec
9
Turn left onto LA 97
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Evangeline Highway
10
Continue on LA 97
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Roberts Avenue
11
At end of road, turn left onto LA 102
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Cutting Avenue
12
Turn right onto East Plaquemine Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
East Plaquemine Street
13
Arrive at destination
East Plaquemine Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.6 mi from Lafayette, LA · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.6 miles from Lafayette, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Jennings, LA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Jennings, 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
$6.22 one way
$12.44 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $6.83 | $13.66 |
| premium | $4.56 | $7.39 | $14.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.10 | $18.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.33 | $1.98 |
| Efficient EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.61 | $1.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.77 | $2.64 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Jennings, LA
Evening in Jennings on Thursday
Local time
5:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Crowley, LA
21 mi in
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
49m 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 Lafayette, LA to Jennings, LA covers 41.2 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, West University Avenue, Evangeline Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.6 miles from Lafayette, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.22 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 49m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Saint John Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.2 miles (Versailles Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 38.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Lafayette, LA to Jennings, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Evangeline along the way.
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