Origin
New Iberia, LA
Afternoon in New Iberia on Sunday
Local time
2:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Iberia, LA to Crowley, LA
Drive Time
1h
Distance
44.6 mi
72 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
New Iberia, LA
Wei Huang
Crowley, LA
Maria Mercedes Tirigall
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion through Southeast Louisiana, the 44.6-mile trek from New Iberia to Crowley is an efficient way to traverse the region. Expect to spend about one hour behind the wheel for this journey, which is best suited as a simple day trip rather than an overnight excursion. With a fuel budget of approximately $6, this transit remains very affordable for any traveler. You will primarily navigate via East Main Street and the Old Spanish Trail, keeping you on local roads throughout the entire distance. Since both the origin and destination are located within the Southeast region, the environment remains consistent as you move from town to town. This route is an ideal choice for those who prefer avoiding major interstates in favor of a more localized driving experience.
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
22.3 miles from New Iberia, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local drive that keeps you fully engaged with the road rather than cruising on a monotonous interstate. Because this route has a 0% highway share, you will be navigating surface streets for the duration of the 44.6-mile trip. There are no long, uninterrupted stretches here; in fact, the longest segment is 0 miles on East Main Street, meaning you should prepare for frequent turns and intersection navigation. The personality of this drive is strictly local, trading high-speed efficiency for a slower, steady pace. You will find that the road demands your attention consistently as you transition between these two Louisiana communities.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from New Iberia, LA to Crowley, LA is easy. At 1h with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from New Iberia, LA to Crowley, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Old Spanish Trail | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Old Spanish Trail Highway South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Southwest Frontage Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Southwest Evangeline Thruway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Southeast Evangeline Thruway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East University Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| LA 1111 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Iberia, LA and Crowley, LA.
1
Start on Julia Street
0.1 mi
·
38 sec
·
Julia Street
2
Turn left onto East Main Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
3
Continue on Old Spanish Trail
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Old Spanish Trail
4
Turn straight onto Old Spanish Trail Highway South
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Old Spanish Trail Highway South
5
Continue on East Main Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
6
Continue on Southwest Frontage Road
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
Southwest Frontage Road
7
Take the ramp straight
1.3 mi
·
1 min
8
Keep slight right to continue on Southwest Evangeline Thruway
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest Evangeline Thruway
9
Continue on Southeast Evangeline Thruway
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Southeast Evangeline Thruway
10
Turn left onto East University Avenue
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
East University Avenue
11
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
12
Merge slight left
19 mi
·
20 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward LA 1111: East Crowley
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
LA 1111: East Crowley
14
Keep slight left
180 ft
·
10 sec
15
Turn left onto Tower Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Tower Road
16
Turn right onto Crowley Rayne Highway
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Crowley Rayne Highway
17
Continue on East Hutchinson Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Hutchinson Avenue
18
At the end of the road, turn right onto Northeast Court Circle
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Northeast Court Circle
19
Turn right onto West Hutchinson Avenue
151 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Hutchinson Avenue
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, one-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. You will not need to account for any formal stops, as the entire distance is easily manageable in a single, continuous push. Keep in mind that because this is a turn-heavy route, staying alert at intersections is more important than monitoring long-distance fuel levels or rest areas. Budgeting around $6 for fuel is sufficient for this trip, allowing you to focus on the navigation rather than logistics. A concrete tip for this journey is to double-check your turn-by-turn navigation before leaving New Iberia, as the reliance on local roads like the Old Spanish Trail Highway South requires careful attention to signage.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 22.3 miles from New Iberia, LA, or about 30m into the drive.
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 44.6 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.3 miles or 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Crowley, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New Iberia, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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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 New Iberia, LA
This is one driving day of about 44.6 miles and 1h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from New Iberia, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.3 mi from New Iberia, LA · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 44.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.3 miles from New Iberia, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Crowley, LA
The final approach into Crowley, 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 Crowley, LA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.82 one way
$13.64 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $7.48 | $14.96 |
| premium | $4.61 | $8.09 | $16.19 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.91 | $19.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.68 | $2.14 |
| Efficient EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.90 | $1.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.24 | $2.85 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Crowley, LA
Afternoon in Crowley on Sunday
Local time
2:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
65°F
Newton, TX
22 mi in
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
17 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
1h 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 New Iberia, LA to Crowley, LA covers 44.6 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Main Street, Old Spanish Trail, Old Spanish Trail Highway South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.3 miles from New Iberia, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.82 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.
The drive from New Iberia, LA to Crowley, LA is easy. At 1h with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from New Iberia, LA to Crowley, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from New Iberia, LA to Crowley, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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