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Drive Time
1h 42m
Distance
73 mi
118 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Iberia, LA
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Broussard, LA
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If you are looking to travel from New Iberia to Broussard, this 73-mile journey is a straightforward trek across the Southeast region of Louisiana. You should plan for roughly 1 hour and 42 minutes of drive time, making it an ideal candidate for a one-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $11, this route is quite economical for travelers watching their expenses. Because the total duration is relatively short, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you have additional plans in the area. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that connects two familiar Louisiana locales efficiently.
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
36.5 miles from New Iberia, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
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Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate this 73-mile stretch. You will spend about 45% of your time on highways, primarily utilizing the Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway, Veterans Memorial Expressway, and State Route 107. The longest uninterrupted segment occurs on the Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway, covering 18.7 miles where you can settle into a steady rhythm. Because this is a mixed-profile drive, you will encounter transitions between faster highway speeds and more localized road conditions. Stay alert as the road character shifts, ensuring you remain comfortable behind the wheel throughout the entire duration.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
79 ft
Total Descent
59 ft
Highest Point
81 ft
~41.7 mi in
Elevation Range
65 ft
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.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from New Iberia, LA to Broussard, LA is easy. At 1h 42m 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 Broussard, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| 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 |
| Veterans Memorial Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Charles I | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between New Iberia, LA and Broussard, LA.
Start on Julia Street
Turn left onto East Main Street
Continue on Old Spanish Trail
Turn straight onto Old Spanish Trail Highway South
Continue on East Main Street
Continue on Southwest Frontage Road
Take the ramp straight
Keep slight right to continue on Southwest Evangeline Thruway
Continue on Southeast Evangeline Thruway
Continue on Veterans Memorial Expressway
Continue on Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
Take the exit slight right toward LA 10: Lebeau
Turn right onto State Highway 10
Continue on State Route 10
Continue on La 10
At the end of the road, turn left
Turn right onto La 361
Continue on State Route 107
Continue on State Route 107
Continue on State Route 107
Turn left onto Barron Road
Arrive at your destination
Since this trip takes less than two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the drive in a single push without needing to schedule formal stops, as there are zero required stops listed for this itinerary. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before heading out, even though the $11 cost is manageable, to ensure you don't run low during the transition between major roads. A helpful tip for this specific route is to familiarize yourself with the path through State Route 107 early, as it serves as a key connector in your journey. Enjoy the simplicity of this short, direct route through the Louisiana landscape.
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 73 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.5 miles or 51m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Broussard, LA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving New Iberia, 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 New Iberia, LA
This is one driving day of about 73 miles and 1h 42m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.5 mi from New Iberia, LA · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 73 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 36.5 miles from New Iberia, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Broussard, 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 Broussard, LA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$11.02 one way
$22.05 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $12.10 | $24.20 |
| premium | $4.56 | $13.10 | $26.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.12 | $32.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.66 | $3.50 |
| Efficient EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.39 | $2.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.22 | $4.67 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Late night in New Iberia on Wednesday
Local time
5:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Broussard on Wednesday
Local time
5:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
77°F
Newton, TX
37 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
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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