Origin
Lafayette, LA
Late night in Lafayette on Tuesday
Local time
5:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lafayette, LA to Plaquemine, 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 20m
Distance
64.7 mi
104 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Plaquemine, LA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 64.7-mile drive from Lafayette, Louisiana, to Plaquemine, Louisiana, will take you about 1 hour and 20 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day trip, as the majority of the journey is on major highways. With a fuel cost estimated at $10, this route is quite budget-friendly. You'll be spending 93% of your time on highways, making it a focused driving experience. This trip stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent regional feel throughout.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 49.8 mi | 56m |
| Highway 1 South | 10.4 mi | 15m |
| Northeast Evangeline Thruway | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Rue Jefferson | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Jefferson Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Eden Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Rue Vermilion Ouest | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Plaquemine Street | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 49.8 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette, LA and Plaquemine, LA.
1
Start on Rue Vermilion Ouest
335 ft
·
22 sec
·
Rue Vermilion Ouest
2
Turn left onto Rue Jefferson
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Rue Jefferson
3
Continue on Jefferson Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Jefferson Boulevard
4
Turn left onto US 90; LA 182
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Northeast Evangeline Thruway
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
6
Merge onto I 10
50 mi
·
56 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 153
Toward LA 1: Port Allen, Plaquemine
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward LA 1 South: Plaquemine
9
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi
·
1 min
Toward LA 1 South: Plaquemine
10
Continue on LA 1
10 mi
·
15 min
·
Highway 1 South
11
Turn slight right onto LA 1
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Eden Street
12
Turn left onto Plaquemine Street
4 ft
·
0 sec
·
Plaquemine Street
13
Arrive at destination
Plaquemine Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.4 miles from Lafayette, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 3 and 64.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
52.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward LA 1: Port Allen, Plaquemine
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 153
Toward LA 1: Port Allen, Plaquemine
6
53 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward LA 1 South: Plaquemine
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward LA 1 South: Plaquemine
5
53.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward LA 1 South: Plaquemine
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward LA 1 South: Plaquemine
5
64.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
Plaquemine Street
Turn left onto Plaquemine Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.77 one way
$19.54 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.73 | $21.45 |
| premium | $4.56 | $11.61 | $23.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.28 | $28.57 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.13
Northeast 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
$10
Tolls
$0
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.79 | $3.11 |
| Efficient EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.66 | $2.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.9 | 0 | $9.06 | $4.14 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Plaquemine, LA
Late night in Plaquemine on Tuesday
Local time
5:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
86°F
Livonia, LA
32 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
1 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 20m 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 largely highway-focused drive, with 93% of the 64.7 miles spent on interstates and major thoroughfares like I-10 and Northeast Evangeline Thruway. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 49.8 miles on I-10, providing a steady pace for a significant portion of your journey. While primarily highway, the transition to Highway 1 South will likely offer a slightly different road character as you approach your destination. This route is built for efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49.8 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Highway 1 South. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near I 10.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 64.7 miles you will encounter 8 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 3 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
43 ft
10 ft
Total Climb
37 ft
Total Descent
51 ft
Highest Point
43 ft
~9.2 mi in
Elevation Range
34 ft
About the Cities
Starting 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.
Arriving in Plaquemine, LA
Full guide →Plaquemine is the seat of Iberville Parish in the River Parishes area of Louisiana.
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 20m. Total distance: 64.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 49.8 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 Northeast 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 3 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Plaquemine, 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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