Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
35m
Distance
30.2 mi
49 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lawtell, LA
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The drive from Lafayette, LA to Lawtell, LA covers 30.2 miles and takes about 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway, Veterans Memorial Expressway, US 190 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11.2 miles on Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.56 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 30.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Straightforward navigation.
The drive from Lafayette, LA to Lawtell, LA covers 30.2 miles and takes about 35m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lafayette, LA to Lawtell, LA is easy. At 35m with 54% 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 22.5 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 US 190 West: Opelousas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Merge onto US 190
Merge point - match speed before joining
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway | 11.2 mi | 11m |
| Veterans Memorial Expressway | 8.8 mi | 9m |
| US 190 | 7.5 mi | 8m |
| Northeast Evangeline Thruway | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Rue Jefferson | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Jefferson Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Rue Vermilion Ouest | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Lawler Highway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette, LA and Lawtell, LA.
Start on Rue Vermilion Ouest
Turn left onto Rue Jefferson
Continue on Jefferson Boulevard
Turn left onto US 90; LA 182
Continue on I 49; LA 182
Continue on I 49; US 167
Take the exit
Merge onto US 190
Arrive at destination
Regular Gas
$4.56 one way
$9.12 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.01 | $10.01 |
| premium | $4.56 | $5.42 | $10.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.67 | $13.34 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.13
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: 10.6 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 | 9.1 | 0 | $3.17 | $1.45 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.64 | $1.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.23 | $1.93 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Lafayette on Thursday
Local time
10:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Night in Lawtell on Thursday
Local time
10:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
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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