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Trip from Avondale, LA to Lafayette, LA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 45m

Distance

136.1 mi

219 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
2h 34m ★
6 AM
2h 45m
8 AM
3h 7m
10 AM
2h 53m
12 PM
2h 50m
3 PM
2h 54m
5 PM
3h 5m
8 PM
2h 39m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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unincorporated suburban community and census-designated place in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, United States

Avondale, LA

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Trip Overview

If you are planning to travel from Avondale to Lafayette, you are looking at a 136.1-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited as a single-day excursion, allowing you to transition between these two Southeast Louisiana hubs without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $21 for fuel to cover the distance. Because the route is primarily highway-focused, you will spend the vast majority of your time on major corridors like I-10, US-90, and LA-3152. It is a straightforward, practical connection that moves you efficiently across the region, making it an ideal choice for travelers who prioritize speed and reliability over wandering backroads.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

68.1 miles from Avondale, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 10 123.3 mi 2h 20m
US 90 4.8 mi 7m
LA 3152 3.8 mi 7m
Northwest Evangeline Thruway 1.9 mi 3m
Veterans Memorial Expressway 0.3 mi <1m
Rue Jefferson 0.3 mi <1m
Jamie Boulevard 0.2 mi 1m
Jefferson Boulevard 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 10 — 123.3 mi, about 2h 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Avondale, LA and Lafayette, LA.

1

Start on Valentine Drive

0.1 mi · 30 sec · Valentine Drive
2

Turn right onto Jamie Boulevard

0.2 mi · 1 min · Jamie Boulevard
3

Turn left onto US 90

4.8 mi · 7 min · US 90
4

Continue on LA 3152

3.8 mi · 7 min · LA 3152
Use the straight / right lanes.
5

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 50 sec
Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
6

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 41 sec
7

Merge onto I 10

71 mi · 1 hr 20 min · I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight left at fork onto I 10

53 mi · 1 hr · I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 41 sec
Toward US 167: Morgan City
10

Merge onto I 49

0.3 mi · 23 sec · Veterans Memorial Expressway
11

Continue on I 49; LA 182

1.9 mi · 3 min · Northwest Evangeline Thruway
12

Turn right onto Jefferson Boulevard

0.2 mi · 33 sec · Jefferson Boulevard
13

Continue on Rue Jefferson

0.3 mi · 51 sec · Rue Jefferson
14

Turn right onto Rue Vermilion Ouest

335 ft · 16 sec · Rue Vermilion Ouest
15

Arrive at destination

Rue Vermilion Ouest

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though planning for one strategic stop will help break up the lengthy I-10 segment. Given that the longest stretch spans 123.3 miles, try to time your break to coincide with the mid-point of your drive to keep your energy levels steady. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the main highway sections, as the $21 estimated cost can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency. Because you are traveling entirely within the Southeast region of Louisiana, you won't need to worry about major shifts in road rules or terrain. Use your one planned stop to stretch your legs, as the highway-heavy nature of this route means you will be seated for the vast majority of your 2-hour and 45-minute journey.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68.1 miles from Avondale, LA, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 123.3 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 30 miles or 41m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 68.1 miles or 1h 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 2h 14m

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 Avondale, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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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 Avondale, LA

This is one driving day of about 136.1 miles and 2h 45m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Avondale, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 123.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Baton Rouge, LA

68 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.

Popular next leg

Baton Rouge, LA to Lafayette, LA

55.2 mi · 1h 5m

Pacing Suggestions

Laplace, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Baton Rouge, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 68.1 miles from Avondale, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 123.3 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Spoonbill Watering Hole & Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lafayette, Louisiana

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 136.1

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13375340585

Visit website

Vestal Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lafayette, Louisiana

0.1 mi

Parrain's Seafood Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

1.1 mi

Spoonbill Watering Hole & Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 136.1

Lafayette, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13375340585

Visit website

Vestal Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $100 or ab mile 136.1

Lafayette, Louisiana

Hours: 4–9 pm

+13375340682

Visit website

Parrain's Seafood Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 77.8

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12253819922

Visit website

NolaKorea Korean Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 9.7

Metairie, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+15047028811

Poche's Market & Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 126.4

Breaux Bridge, Louisiana

Hours: 4 am–8 pm

+13373322108

Visit website

Vermilionville Historic Village

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 136.1

Lafayette, Louisiana

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+13372334077

Visit website

Cork's Cajun Fried Fish & Shrimp

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 77.8

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 10:30 am–8 pm

+12254789128

Visit website

Bon Temps Grill

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 136.1

Lafayette, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13377068850

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 126.4

Breaux Bridge, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 58.3

Gonzales, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 126.4

Breaux Bridge, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13373321253

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 77.8

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 9.7

Metairie, Louisiana

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 77.8

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 136.1

Lafayette, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13374826858

Visit website

XCharge Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 9.7

Harahan, Louisiana

Children's Museum of Acadiana

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 136.1

Lafayette, Louisiana

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+13372328500

Visit website

Lafayette Science Museum

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 136.1

Lafayette, Louisiana

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+13372915544

Visit website

The Lafayette Museum

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 136.1

Lafayette, Louisiana

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+13372342208

Visit website

Girard Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 136.1

Lafayette, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

Visit website

Louisiana State University Rural Life Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 77.8

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–4:30 pm

+12257652437

Visit website

Moncus Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 136.1

Lafayette, Louisiana

Hours: 5 am–10 pm

+13375001177

Visit website

Burden Museum & Gardens

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 77.8

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12257633990

Visit website

Knock Knock Children's Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 77.8

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+12253883090

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 80.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Jamie Boulevard

Turn right onto Jamie Boulevard

Navigation decision point

4
0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 90

Turn left onto US 90

Navigation decision point

4
9 mi into trip | ~17m in

Take the exit toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
5
9.7 mi into trip | ~18m in | I 10

Merge onto I 10

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
80.5 mi into trip | ~1h 38m in | I 10

Keep slight left at fork onto I 10

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$20.55 one way

$41.11 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 48 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $22.56 $45.13
premium $4.56 $24.43 $48.86
diesel $5.61 $30.05 $60.10

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.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$21

Tolls

$0

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 47.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 40.8 0 $14.29 $6.53
Efficient EV 34 0 $11.91 $5.44
EV Truck/SUV 54.4 0 $19.05 $8.71

Gas CO2

48 kg

EV CO2

16 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 16, 2026

Origin

Avondale, LA

Night in Avondale on Saturday

Local time

11:36 PM

CDT

Current temp

78°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lafayette, LA

Night in Lafayette on Saturday

Local time

11:36 PM

CDT

Current temp

61°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 cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 45m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a high-speed experience on this route, as 97% of your time will be spent on highways. The drive is dominated by a long, uninterrupted 123.3-mile stretch on I-10, which defines the character of the trip. While you will utilize LA-3152 and US-90 to navigate the start and end points, the journey is largely an interstate grind. You will find that the road remains consistent throughout, lacking the technical turns or slow-paced segments found on smaller rural routes. Prepare for a steady, focused drive that allows you to cover the total 136.1 miles with minimal variance in road conditions.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 123.3 mi on I 10.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and US 90. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Jamie Boulevard.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 136.1 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.1 miles (Jamie Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 90): Navigation decision point; at 9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

40 ft -4 ft

Total Climb

88 ft

Total Descent

53 ft

Highest Point

40 ft

~126.4 mi in

Elevation Range

45 ft

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 45m. Total distance: 136.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 123.3 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.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Lafayette, LA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Jamie Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 90): Navigation decision point; at 9 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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