This 95.4-mile drive from Schriever to Lafayette, Louisiana, is a manageable 1-hour and 57-minute journey, making it an ideal day trip. You'll navigate a mix of roads, including Raceland-M C Express and LA 20, with a modest 10% highway share. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $14, reflecting a straightforward drive through the Southeast region of Louisiana. Given the relatively short duration and the nature of the route, this trip is best enjoyed in a single go, allowing for flexibility rather than needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.7 miles from Schriever, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 57m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 57m. Total distance: 95.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, rather than a continuous highway experience. While there's a 10% highway share, the majority of your journey will involve navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is about 75 miles on Raceland-M C Express. This profile suggests a drive where you'll be actively engaged with steering and managing turns, offering a more intimate connection with the Louisiana landscape as you transition from the Southeast region.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Raceland-M C Express is the longest continuous segment at about 75 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Saint George Bridge.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 95.4 miles you will encounter 21 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Saint George Bridge): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (LA 24 / Park Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 82.2 miles (US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|Saint George Bridge
Turn left onto Saint George Bridge
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip|~0m in|LA 24 / Park Avenue
Turn left onto LA 24 / Park Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
82.2 mi into trip|~1h 34m in|US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
83.4 mi into trip|~1h 36m in|US 90; LA 92-1 / Veterans Memorial Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90; LA 92-1 / Veterans Memorial Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
88.5 mi into trip|~1h 46m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Raceland-M C Express
75 mi
1h 21m
LA 20
6.2 mi
10m
Southwest Evangeline Thruway
2.7 mi
3m
Southeast Evangeline Thruway
2.5 mi
3m
South Morgan Avenue
1.6 mi
2m
Ambassador Caffery Parkway
1.5 mi
2m
Veterans Memorial Expressway
1.4 mi
1m
East University Avenue
1.4 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Raceland-M C Express
— 75 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Schriever, LA and Lafayette, LA.
1
Start on Highway 24
0.2 mi·20 sec·Highway 24
2
Turn straight onto LA 24
0.1 mi·17 sec·Main Street
3
Turn left onto Saint George Bridge
114 ft·11 sec·Saint George Bridge
4
Turn left onto LA 24
0.2 mi·19 sec·Park Avenue
5
Turn slight right
0.2 mi·32 sec
6
Continue on LA 20
6.2 mi·10 min·LA 20
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·36 sec
8
Merge onto US 90
75 mi·1 hr 21 min·Raceland-M C Express
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
0.2 mi·14 sec·Veterans Memorial Expressway
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
0.4 mi·24 sec·Veterans Memorial Expressway
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
0.4 mi·28 sec·Veterans Memorial Expressway
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
0.2 mi·15 sec·Veterans Memorial Expressway
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90; LA 92-1
0.2 mi·13 sec·Veterans Memorial Expressway
14
Take the exit onto LA 92-1
0.1 mi·21 sec·Young Street
15
Continue on LA 92-1
0.3 mi·38 sec·Young Street
16
Turn right onto St Etienne Road
1.0 mi·3 min·St Etienne Road
17
At end of road, turn right onto East Fairfield Drive
0.1 mi·22 sec·East Fairfield Drive
18
Turn left onto LA 3073
1.5 mi·2 min·Ambassador Caffery Parkway
19
Turn right onto South Morgan Avenue
1.6 mi·2 min·South Morgan Avenue
20
Turn right onto US 90; LA 182
0.2 mi·13 sec·Southwest Evangeline Thruway
21
Keep slight left at fork
158 ft·7 sec
22
Turn left onto US 90; LA 182
2.5 mi·2 min·Southwest Evangeline Thruway
23
Continue on US 90; LA 182
2.5 mi·3 min·Southeast Evangeline Thruway
24
Turn left onto East University Avenue
1.4 mi·2 min·East University Avenue
25
Turn right onto Johnston Street
0.2 mi·31 sec·Johnston Street
26
Turn left onto Rue Jefferson
0.3 mi·50 sec·Rue Jefferson
27
Turn left onto Rue Vermilion Ouest
335 ft·16 sec·Rue Vermilion Ouest
28
Arrive at destination
Rue Vermilion Ouest
Trip Plan
For this 95.4-mile trip, leaving in the morning will allow you to reach Lafayette with plenty of time to explore. With a duration of under two hours, there's no need to split the journey, offering flexibility in your departure time. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch on Raceland-M C Express is a significant portion of the drive. While the fuel cost is estimated at $14, it's always wise to top up before heading out. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan your own breaks as needed.
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 47.7 miles from Schriever, LA, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75 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 21 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.7 miles or 57m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lafayette, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Schriever, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Schriever, LA
This is one driving day of about 95.4 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Schriever, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Raceland-M C Express for about 75 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47.7 mi from Schriever, LA
· 57m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.41 one way
$28.82 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$15.82
$31.63
premium
$4.56
$17.12
$34.25
diesel
$5.61
$21.06
$42.13
Estimated Tolls: $0.34
Southwest Evangeline Thruway
(2.5 mi)$0.17
Southeast Evangeline Thruway
(2.5 mi)$0.17
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.6
0
$10.02
$4.58
Efficient EV
23.9
0
$8.35
$3.82
EV Truck/SUV
38.2
0
$13.36
$6.11
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Schriever, LA
Morning
in Schriever on Friday
Local time
11:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lafayette, LA
Morning
in Lafayette on Friday
Local time
11:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Baldwin, LA
48 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 57m 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 Schriever, LA to Lafayette, LA covers 95.4 miles and takes about 1h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Raceland-M C Express, LA 20, Southwest Evangeline Thruway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.7 miles from Schriever, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.41 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 95.4 miles you will encounter 21 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Saint George Bridge): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (LA 24 / Park Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 82.2 miles (US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Schriever, LA to Lafayette, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
