Origin
River Ridge, LA
Afternoon in River Ridge on Sunday
Local time
2:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from River Ridge, LA to New Iberia, LA
Drive Time
2h 7m
Distance
123.4 mi
199 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 58m
★
6 AM
2h 7m
8 AM
2h 25m
10 AM
2h 14m
12 PM
2h 12m
3 PM
2h 15m
5 PM
2h 25m
8 PM
2h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
River Ridge, LA
Pedro Luis Domínguez Ruiz
New Iberia, LA
Wei Huang
Trip Overview
Traveling from River Ridge to New Iberia covers approximately 123.4 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 7 minutes. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than an interstate haul, it works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend around $17 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly excursion within Southeast Louisiana. Since the route utilizes local roads like Garden Road, Jefferson Highway, and Filmore Street instead of major highways, you should prepare for a more involved driving experience. This trip is ideal for those who prefer navigating local corridors over the monotony of high-speed transit. Overall, it is a manageable trek that keeps you within the same region from start to finish.
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
61.7 miles from River Ridge, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly active driving experience on this route, as it relies entirely on local roads rather than interstate highways. With a highway share of 0%, you won't be dealing with high-speed cruising; instead, the journey is defined by its turn-heavy nature. You will spend your time navigating through Garden Road, Jefferson Highway, and Filmore Street, which means there are no long, uninterrupted stretches of road. The longest stretch you will encounter is 0 miles on Garden Road, highlighting the frequent turns and transitions inherent to this path. Behind the wheel, you should remain alert, as the road's personality is centered on local navigation rather than a fast, straight-line commute.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Garden Road 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 River Ridge, LA to New Iberia, LA is easy. At 2h 7m 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 River Ridge, LA to New Iberia, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Jefferson Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Filmore Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Airline Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Airline Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Airline Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 310 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 310 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Garden Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between River Ridge, LA and New Iberia, LA.
1
Start on the route
46 ft
·
5 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto Garden Road
0.2 mi
·
59 sec
·
Garden Road
3
Turn right onto Jefferson Highway
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Jefferson Highway
4
Turn right onto Filmore Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Filmore Street
5
Turn left onto Airline Drive
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Airline Drive
6
Continue on East Airline Highway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Airline Highway
7
Continue on Airline Highway
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Airline Highway
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 310: Boutte, Baton Rouge
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 310: Boutte, Baton Rouge
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 310 South: Boutte
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 310 South: Boutte
10
Merge slight left
7.8 mi
·
8 min
11
Keep slight right to continue on US 90 West: Houma
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
US 90 West: Houma
12
Merge slight left
5.3 mi
·
7 min
13
Continue straight
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
14
Continue straight
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
15
Continue straight
98 mi
·
1 hr 47 min
16
Take the exit slight right toward LA 329
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
LA 329
17
Turn right onto Avery Island Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Avery Island Road
18
At the end of the road, turn right onto Abbeville Hwy 14
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Abbeville Hwy 14
19
Continue on Center Street
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Center Street
20
Turn left onto East Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
East Washington Street
21
Turn right onto Julia Street
157 ft
·
7 sec
·
Julia Street
22
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive of just over two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the local roads that make up this route. Because the drive is continuous with 0 planned stops, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you depart to cover the $17 estimated cost comfortably. If you find the frequent turns tiring, consider planning a quick break midway to stretch your legs, even if the itinerary doesn't mandate it. A concrete tip for this specific drive is to keep your navigation apps updated and ready, as the reliance on local roads like Jefferson Highway and Filmore Street requires more attention to turn-by-turn directions than a standard highway route.
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 61.7 miles from River Ridge, LA, or about 1h 3m 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 80 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.7 miles or 1h 3m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Iberia, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving River Ridge, 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 River Ridge, LA
This is one driving day of about 123.4 miles and 2h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from River Ridge, 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 61.7 mi from River Ridge, LA · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 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
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
$18.86 one way
$37.73 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $20.69 | $41.38 |
| premium | $4.61 | $22.40 | $44.79 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $27.42 | $54.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37 | 0 | $12.96 | $5.92 |
| Efficient EV | 30.9 | 0 | $10.80 | $4.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.4 | 0 | $17.28 | $7.90 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Afternoon in New Iberia on Sunday
Local time
2:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
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
17 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
2h 7m 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 River Ridge, LA to New Iberia, LA covers 123.4 miles and takes about 2h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Garden Road, Jefferson Highway, Filmore Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61.7 miles from River Ridge, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.86 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 River Ridge, LA to New Iberia, LA is easy. At 2h 7m 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 River Ridge, LA to New Iberia, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from River Ridge, LA to New Iberia, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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