Origin
Addis, LA
Morning in Addis on Tuesday
Local time
11:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Addis, LA to Lafayette, LA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
60.6 mi
98 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Addis, LA
Abenezer Muluken
Trip Overview
Embarking on this 60.6-mile journey from Addis to Lafayette, Louisiana, will take you approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. With 93% of the drive on highways, this is a straightforward, highway-focused trip best suited for a single day. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $9, making it an economical option. You'll primarily be traveling on I-10 and Highway 1 South, which will eventually merge into Northwest Evangeline Thruway as you approach Lafayette. This route is an excellent choice if you're looking for an efficient drive within the Southeast region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 50.2 mi | 57m |
| Highway 1 South | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| Northwest Evangeline Thruway | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| 1st Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Veterans Memorial Expressway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Rue Jefferson | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Jefferson Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Rue Vermilion Ouest | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 50.2 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Addis, LA and Lafayette, LA.
1
Start on 1st Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
1st Street
2
Turn left onto LA 1
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Highway 1 South
3
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 10 West: Lafayette
4
Merge onto I 10
50 mi
·
57 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward US 167: Morgan City
6
Merge onto I 49
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Veterans Memorial Expressway
7
Continue on I 49; LA 182
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Northwest Evangeline Thruway
8
Turn right onto Jefferson Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Jefferson Boulevard
9
Continue on Rue Jefferson
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Rue Jefferson
10
Turn right onto Rue Vermilion Ouest
335 ft
·
16 sec
·
Rue Vermilion Ouest
11
Arrive at destination
Rue Vermilion Ouest
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.3 miles from Addis, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 6.9 and 60.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
6.9 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward I 10 West: Lafayette
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 10 West: Lafayette
5
7.3 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
57.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward US 167: Morgan City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 167: Morgan City
4
60 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
Jefferson Boulevard
Turn right onto Jefferson Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
60.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
Rue Vermilion Ouest
Turn right onto Rue Vermilion Ouest
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.15 one way
$18.30 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.05 | $20.09 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.88 | $21.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.38 | $26.76 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.13
Northwest Evangeline Thruway
(1.9 mi)
$0.13
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$0
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.36 | $2.91 |
| Efficient EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.30 | $2.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.48 | $3.88 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Lafayette, LA
Morning in Lafayette on Tuesday
Local time
11:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Mostly Clear
S 0 to 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
68°F
Henderson, LA
30 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
17 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 15m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly a highway experience, with 93% of the 60.6 miles spent on high-speed roads like I-10. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 50.2 miles on I-10, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the trip. As you transition from I-10 to Highway 1 South and then to Northwest Evangeline Thruway, you'll experience a shift from interstate travel to a more direct, albeit still fast, thoroughfare leading into the city. Expect a functional and efficient drive rather than a winding, scenic exploration.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50.2 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Highway 1 South. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 15m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 7.3 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 57.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
About the Cities
Starting in Addis, LA
Full guide →Founded 1915
Top landmarks
- • Bank of Addis — bank building in Addis, Louisiana
Arriving in Lafayette, LA
Full guide →Lafayette is a city in Louisiana. It's the unofficial capital of Acadiana or Cajun Country. This flourishing moderate sized city is home to the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Music and dancing is an integral part of community life. Several restaurants and dance halls thrive in the area and the city hosts several musical festivals throughout the year.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 60.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 50.2 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.13 in tolls one way, starting with Northwest Evangeline Thruway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 7.3 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 57.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lafayette, LA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Lafayette, LA
More trips to Lafayette, LA
Explore more options from Addis, LA or browse trips ending in Lafayette, LA.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse LA road trips.