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Trip from Lafayette, LA to Pearl River, LA

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 51m

Distance

148 mi

238 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
2h 40m ★
6 AM
2h 51m
8 AM
3h 13m
10 AM
2h 59m
12 PM
2h 57m
3 PM
3h 0m
5 PM
3h 12m
8 PM
2h 45m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Pearl River, LA, LA

Pearl River, LA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Lafayette, LA to Pearl River, LA covers 148 miles and takes about 2h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on West Florida Republic Parkway, I 10, US 11 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 82.8 miles on West Florida Republic Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.35 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

74 miles from Lafayette, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 51m. Total distance: 148 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 51m highway drive covering 148 miles, with most of the trip on West Florida Republic Parkway and I 10. The longest continuous stretch is about 82.8 miles on West Florida Republic Parkway.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Florida Republic Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 82.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West Florida Republic Parkway and I 10. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near I 10.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 148 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 58.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 142.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
3 mi into trip | ~6m in | I 10

Merge onto I 10

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
58.9 mi into trip | ~1h 10m in

Take the exit toward I 12 East: Hammond

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 159 Toward I 12 East: Hammond
8
142.4 mi into trip | ~2h 41m in

Take the exit toward US 11: Pearl River, Slidel

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 83 Toward US 11: Pearl River, Slidel
8
142.7 mi into trip | ~2h 42m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 11 North: Pearl River

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward US 11 North: Pearl River
5
148 mi into trip | ~2h 51m in | Hickory Street

Turn left onto Hickory Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
West Florida Republic Parkway 82.8 mi 1h 29m
I 10 55.9 mi 1h 4m
US 11 3.8 mi 5m
Northeast Evangeline Thruway 1.9 mi 3m
Highway 3081 1.2 mi 2m
Rue Jefferson 0.3 mi <1m
Jefferson Boulevard 0.3 mi <1m
Highway 41 Spur 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: West Florida Republic Parkway — 82.8 mi, about 1h 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette, LA and Pearl River, LA.

1

Start on Rue Vermilion Ouest

335 ft · 22 sec · Rue Vermilion Ouest
2

Turn left onto Rue Jefferson

0.3 mi · 51 sec · Rue Jefferson
3

Continue on Jefferson Boulevard

0.3 mi · 46 sec · Jefferson Boulevard
4

Turn left onto US 90; LA 182

1.9 mi · 3 min · Northeast Evangeline Thruway
5

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
6

Merge onto I 10

56 mi · 1 hr 4 min · I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 159 Toward I 12 East: Hammond Use the slight left / straight lanes.
8

Continue on I 12

83 mi · 1 hr 29 min · West Florida Republic Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Exit 83 Toward US 11: Pearl River, Slidel Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight left at fork

205 ft · 7 sec
Toward US 11 North: Pearl River Use the slight left lane.
11

Turn left onto US 11

3.8 mi · 5 min · US 11
12

Continue on LA 3081

1.2 mi · 2 min · Highway 3081
13

Turn left

113 ft · 4 sec
14

Turn slight left onto Highway 41 Spur

0.2 mi · 31 sec · Highway 41 Spur
15

Turn left onto Hickory Street

23 ft · 1 sec · Hickory Street
16

Arrive at destination

Hickory Street

Trip Plan

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 74 miles from Lafayette, LA, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.8 miles.

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 33 miles or 40m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 74 miles or 1h 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 2h 19m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pearl River, LA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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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.

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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 148 miles and 2h 51m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Lafayette, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on West Florida Republic Parkway for about 82.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 74 mi from Lafayette, LA · 1h 27m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Baton Rouge, LA

74 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

Addis, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Central, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 74 miles from Lafayette, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before West Florida Republic Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.8 miles.

Arriving in Pearl River, LA

The final approach into Pearl River, 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 Pearl River, LA.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Discover the roots of jazz at the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, our park offers live performances, exhibits, and programs that celebrate the le...

28 mi from route ~70 min detour Free near mile 137.8
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.35 one way

$44.70 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 52 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $24.54 $49.07
premium $4.56 $26.56 $53.13
diesel $5.61 $32.68 $65.35

Estimated Tolls: $0.13

Northeast Evangeline Thruway (1.9 mi) $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

$22

Tolls

$0

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$47–$72

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 51.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 44.4 0 $15.54 $7.10
Efficient EV 37 0 $12.95 $5.92
EV Truck/SUV 59.2 0 $20.72 $9.47

Gas CO2

52 kg

EV CO2

17 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Lafayette, LA

Morning in Lafayette on Friday

Local time

9:04 AM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Pearl River, LA

Morning in Pearl River on Friday

Local time

9:04 AM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

4 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 51m 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 Pearl River, LA covers 148 miles and takes about 2h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are West Florida Republic Parkway, I 10, US 11. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 74 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 $22.35 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.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 148 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 58.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 142.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

The route from Lafayette, LA to Pearl River, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Yes. Nearby national parks include New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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