Origin
Lecompte, LA
Afternoon in Lecompte on Saturday
Local time
1:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lecompte, LA to Lafayette, LA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
70.7 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lecompte, LA
Israyosoy S.
Trip Overview
Lecompte to Lafayette is 70.7 miles and takes about 1 hour 18 minutes via I 49 and US 167, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Louisiana, connecting two points in the Southeast region. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on highways, making it a convenient option for a quick journey. You'll find it's a short enough distance that you can easily complete it within a single day, giving you flexibility for departure times.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 49 | 63.6 mi | 1h 6m |
| US 71 | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| US 167 | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Rue Jefferson | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Jefferson Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Elm Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Rue Vermilion Ouest | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 63.6 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lecompte, LA and Lafayette, LA.
1
Start on Elm Street
460 ft
·
21 sec
·
Elm Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 71; US 167
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
US 71; US 167
3
Turn right onto US 167
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 167
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 49 South: Opelousas
5
Merge onto I 49
64 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
I 49
6
Turn right onto Jefferson Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Jefferson Boulevard
7
Continue on Rue Jefferson
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Rue Jefferson
8
Turn right onto Rue Vermilion Ouest
335 ft
·
16 sec
·
Rue Vermilion Ouest
9
Arrive at destination
Rue Vermilion Ouest
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.3 miles from Lecompte, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 49 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.6 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 70.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 71; US 167
At end of road, turn right onto US 71; US 167
Navigation decision point
3
3.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 167
Turn right onto US 167
Navigation decision point
3
6.3 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the ramp toward I 49 South: Opelousas
Navigation decision point
Toward I 49 South: Opelousas
4
70.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
Jefferson Boulevard
Turn right onto Jefferson Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
70.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
Rue Vermilion Ouest
Turn right onto Rue Vermilion Ouest
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.68 one way
$21.35 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $11.72 | $23.44 |
| premium | $4.56 | $12.69 | $25.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.61 | $31.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.42 | $3.39 |
| Efficient EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.19 | $2.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.3 | 0 | $9.90 | $4.52 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Afternoon in Lafayette on Saturday
Local time
1:15 PM
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
3 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
1h 18m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 99% of the journey on major roads like I 49, US 71, and US 167. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 63.6 miles on I 49, which means extended periods of consistent speed. The character of the drive is therefore largely that of efficient travel, minimizing slower local road navigation. Expect a smooth, predictable driving experience for the majority of your trip.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 63.6 mi on I 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and US 71. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 71; US 167.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lecompte, LA to Lafayette, LA is easy. At 1h 18m with 99% 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 (US 71; US 167): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (US 167): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 70.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 63.6 miles on I 49. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 71; US 167): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (US 167): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lafayette, LA before heading back.
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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