Origin
Raceland, LA
Evening in Raceland on Wednesday
Local time
6:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Raceland, LA to New Iberia, LA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
89.1 mi
143 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Raceland, LA to New Iberia, LA covers 89.1 miles and takes about 1h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Highway 1, LA 329, Avery Island Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.46 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
44.6 miles from Raceland, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 28m drive with frequent turns across 89.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 1 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 Raceland, LA to New Iberia, LA is easy. At 1h 28m 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 Raceland, LA to New Iberia, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 1 | — | — |
| LA 329 | — | — |
| Avery Island Road | — | — |
| Hwy 14 | — | — |
| Center Street | — | — |
| East Washington Street | — | — |
| Julia Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Highway 1
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Raceland, LA and New Iberia, LA.
1
Start on Mill Street
33 ft
·
3 sec
·
Mill Street
2
Turn right onto Highway 1
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 1
3
Turn left
3.2 mi
·
4 min
4
Take the ramp slight left
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
5
Merge slight left
82 mi
·
1 hr 28 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 44.6 miles from Raceland, LA, or about 44m 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 20 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.6 miles or 44m 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 15m
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 Raceland, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Raceland, LA
This is one driving day of about 89.1 miles and 1h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Raceland, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.6 mi from Raceland, LA · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.6 miles from Raceland, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.46 one way
$26.91 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $14.77 | $29.54 |
| premium | $4.56 | $15.99 | $31.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.67 | $39.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.7 | 0 | $9.36 | $4.28 |
| Efficient EV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.80 | $3.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.6 | 0 | $12.47 | $5.70 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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
New Iberia, LA
Evening in New Iberia on Wednesday
Local time
6:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Patterson, LA
45 mi in
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
20 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 28m 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 Raceland, LA to New Iberia, LA covers 89.1 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 1, LA 329, Avery Island Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.6 miles from Raceland, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.46 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 Raceland, LA to New Iberia, LA is easy. At 1h 28m 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 Raceland, LA to New Iberia, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Raceland, LA to New Iberia, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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