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2h 7m
Distance
108.9 mi
175 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Laplace, LA
Miguel Cuenca
The drive from Lafayette, LA to Laplace, LA covers 108.9 miles and takes about 2h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 10, Belle Terre Boulevard, Northeast Evangeline Thruway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 102.1 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.65 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
54.4 miles from Lafayette, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
This is a 2h 7m highway drive covering 108.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and Belle Terre Boulevard. The longest continuous stretch is about 102.1 miles on I 10.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Belle Terre Boulevard. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Rue Jefferson.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Lafayette, LA to Laplace, LA is easy. At 2h 7m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Rue Jefferson): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (US 90; LA 182 / Northeast Evangeline Thruway): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto Rue Jefferson
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 90; LA 182 / Northeast Evangeline Thruway
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward LA 3188 South: LaPlace
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 102.1 mi | 1h 54m |
| Belle Terre Boulevard | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Northeast Evangeline Thruway | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| West Airline Highway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Rue Jefferson | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Jefferson Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Rue Vermilion Ouest | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette, LA and Laplace, LA.
Start on Rue Vermilion Ouest
Turn left onto Rue Jefferson
Continue on Jefferson Boulevard
Turn left onto US 90; LA 182
Take the exit
Merge onto I 10
Take the exit
Continue on LA 3188
Turn left onto US 61
Turn right
Arrive at destination
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.4 miles or 1h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Laplace, LA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, LA
This is one driving day of about 108.9 miles and 2h 7m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.4 mi from Lafayette, LA · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 54.4 miles from Lafayette, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 102.1 miles.
The final approach into Laplace, 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 Laplace, LA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$16.65 one way
$33.30 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $18.26 | $36.52 |
| premium | $4.61 | $19.76 | $39.53 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $24.19 | $48.39 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.13
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.7 | 0 | $11.43 | $5.23 |
| Efficient EV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.53 | $4.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.6 | 0 | $15.25 | $6.97 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Lafayette on Sunday
Local time
3:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Afternoon in Laplace on Sunday
Local time
3:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Clear
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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