Origin
Patterson, LA
Late night in Patterson on Monday
Local time
5:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Patterson, LA to New Iberia, LA
Drive Time
50m
Distance
42.8 mi
69 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Patterson, LA
Juanfran
New Iberia, LA
Wei Huang
Trip Overview
The drive from Patterson, LA to New Iberia, LA covers 42.8 miles and takes about 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 90, Center Street, Abbeville Hwy 14 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 39.2 miles on US 90. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.54 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
21.4 miles from Patterson, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 50m highway drive covering 42.8 miles, with most of the trip on US 90 and Center Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 39.2 miles on US 90.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 39.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 90 and Center Street. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Railroad Avenue.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Patterson, LA to New Iberia, LA is easy. At 50m with 94% 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 (Railroad Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 39.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 40.6 miles (LA 14 / Abbeville Hwy 14): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Railroad Avenue
Turn right onto Railroad Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
39.7 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward LA 329
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward LA 329
4
40.6 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
LA 14 / Abbeville Hwy 14
At end of road, turn right onto LA 14 / Abbeville Hwy 14
Navigation decision point
4
42.7 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
East Washington Street
Turn left onto East Washington Street
Navigation decision point
4
42.8 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
Julia Street
Turn right onto Julia Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 90 | 39.2 mi | 42m |
| Center Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Abbeville Hwy 14 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Avery Island Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Railroad Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East Washington Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Julia Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 90
— 39.2 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Patterson, LA and New Iberia, LA.
1
Start on Main Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto Railroad Avenue
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
·
Railroad Avenue
3
Continue on Railroad Avenue
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Railroad Avenue
4
Take the ramp right
98 ft
·
3 sec
5
Merge slight left
39 mi
·
42 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward LA 329
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
LA 329
7
Turn right onto Avery Island Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Avery Island Road
8
At the end of the road, turn right onto Abbeville Hwy 14
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Abbeville Hwy 14
9
Continue on Center Street
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Center Street
10
Turn left onto East Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
East Washington Street
11
Turn right onto Julia Street
157 ft
·
7 sec
·
Julia Street
12
Arrive at your destination
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 21.4 miles from Patterson, LA, or about 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.2 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 42.8 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.4 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Iberia, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Patterson, 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 Patterson, LA
This is one driving day of about 42.8 miles and 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Patterson, 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.
The longest stretch is on US 90 for about 39.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.4 mi from Patterson, LA · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.4 miles from Patterson, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New Iberia, LA
The final approach into New Iberia, 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 New Iberia, 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
$6.54 one way
$13.09 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $7.18 | $14.35 |
| premium | $4.61 | $7.77 | $15.54 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.51 | $19.02 |
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 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.49 | $2.05 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.74 | $1.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.99 | $2.74 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Destination
New Iberia, LA
Late night in New Iberia on Monday
Local time
5:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Mostly Cloudy
SE 5 mph
3% chance
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
1 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
50m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Patterson, LA to New Iberia, LA covers 42.8 miles and takes about 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 90, Center Street, Abbeville Hwy 14. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.4 miles from Patterson, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.54 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 Patterson, LA to New Iberia, LA is easy. At 50m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Railroad Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 39.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 40.6 miles (LA 14 / Abbeville Hwy 14): Navigation decision point.
The route from Patterson, LA to New Iberia, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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