Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
44.1 mi
71 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crowley, LA
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New Iberia, LA
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If you are looking to travel from Crowley to New Iberia, you are in for a quick 46.2-mile journey through Southeast Louisiana. Lasting approximately 55 minutes, this trip is ideal for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend about $6 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. Navigating through local streets like West Hutchinson Avenue, Northwest Court Circle, and East Hutchinson Avenue defines the flow of this transit. Because the entire trip is local, you will enjoy a straightforward drive that connects these two distinct communities without the stress of long-haul travel.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 19.2 mi | 20m |
| LA 182 | 12.3 mi | 18m |
| Southwest Evangeline Thruway | 6 mi | 7m |
| North University Avenue | 4 mi | 7m |
| East Hutchinson Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Crowley Rayne Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Tower Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northwest Court Circle | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Crowley, LA and New Iberia, LA.
Start on West Hutchinson Avenue
Continue on West Hutchinson Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto LA 13
Turn right onto East Hutchinson Avenue
Continue on US 90
Turn left onto LA 1111 Spur
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 10
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn slight right onto North University Avenue
Merge onto US 90; LA 182
Continue on US 90; LA 182
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90; LA 182
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90; LA 182
Take the exit onto LA 182
Turn right onto Julia Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 22.1 miles from Crowley, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 31.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn right onto LA 13 / Northwest Court Circle
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward LA 182
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90; LA 182 / Southwest Evangeline Thruway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90; LA 182 / Southwest Evangeline Thruway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Regular Gas
$6.66 one way
$13.32 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $7.31 | $14.62 |
| premium | $4.56 | $7.92 | $15.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.74 | $19.47 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.39
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$0
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.63 | $2.12 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.17 | $2.82 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Crowley on Sunday
Local time
3:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Late night in New Iberia on Sunday
Local time
3:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Mostly Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route contains zero highway miles. You will be navigating surface streets for the entire duration of the trip, requiring your full attention at intersections and turns. Since the longest stretch is zero miles on West Hutchinson Avenue, the road character is defined by frequent transitions rather than long, uninterrupted segments. This profile makes for a hands-on driving experience where you stay engaged with the local road layout from start to finish. It is a practical, no-frills connection that keeps you moving through the local grid.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and LA 182. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near LA 13 / Northwest Court Circle.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 44.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 59m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (LA 13 / Northwest Court Circle): Navigation decision point; at 21.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 21.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
46 ft
Total Descent
48 ft
Highest Point
43 ft
~31.5 mi in
Elevation Range
27 ft
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 44.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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