Traveling from Lafayette to Schriever is a straightforward 94.8-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 56 minutes. Because this trip is comfortably completed in a single day, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or mid-route accommodations. You can expect to spend approximately $14 on fuel, making this an economical choice for a quick trip within Southeast Louisiana. By sticking primarily to US 90, you maintain a consistent pace that keeps the drive efficient. Whether you are heading out for business or a visit, this route offers a simple, direct connection between these two locations. It functions perfectly as a day trip, giving you plenty of flexibility to manage your own schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.4 miles from Lafayette, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 59m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 90
74.5 mi
1h 21m
LA 20
6.2 mi
10m
Southwest Evangeline Thruway
4.6 mi
5m
Veterans Memorial Expressway
1.8 mi
2m
North Morgan Avenue
1.6 mi
2m
Ambassador Caffery Parkway
1.5 mi
2m
East University Avenue
1.4 mi
2m
St Etienne Road
1 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
US 90
— 74.5 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette, LA and Schriever, LA.
1
Start on Rue Vermilion Ouest
335 ft·18 sec·Rue Vermilion Ouest
2
Turn right onto Rue Jefferson
0.3 mi·48 sec·Rue Jefferson
3
Turn right onto Johnston Street
0.2 mi·31 sec·Johnston Street
4
Turn left onto East University Avenue
1.4 mi·2 min·East University Avenue
5
Merge onto US 90; LA 182
506 ft·7 sec·Southeast Evangeline Thruway
6
Continue on US 90; LA 182
4.6 mi·5 min·Southwest Evangeline Thruway
7
Turn right onto North Morgan Avenue
1.6 mi·2 min·North Morgan Avenue
8
Turn left onto LA 3073
1.5 mi·2 min·Ambassador Caffery Parkway
9
Turn right onto East Fairfield Drive
0.1 mi·20 sec·East Fairfield Drive
10
Turn left onto St Etienne Road
1.0 mi·4 min·St Etienne Road
11
At end of road, turn left onto LA 92-1
0.6 mi·52 sec·Young Street
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90; LA 92-1
0.5 mi·31 sec·Veterans Memorial Expressway
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
0.2 mi·12 sec·Veterans Memorial Expressway
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
0.2 mi·11 sec·Veterans Memorial Expressway
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
0.2 mi·14 sec·Veterans Memorial Expressway
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
0.8 mi·53 sec·Veterans Memorial Expressway
17
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
75 mi·1 hr 21 min·US 90
18
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
19
Turn right onto LA 20
6.2 mi·10 min·LA 20
20
Turn right onto LA 20
0.2 mi·24 sec·Highway 24
21
Arrive at destination
Highway 24
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is simple since the entire trip is under two hours, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is a good habit given the $14 estimate. Since there are no scheduled stops in this route plan, you have the freedom to decide exactly when and where to pull over for a break. Because the longest stretch of 74.5 miles occurs on US 90, try to handle any personal needs or refueling before you commit to that primary segment. The flexibility of this short duration means you don't need to stress about strict timing, so leave whenever it best suits your personal itinerary. Staying alert during that long, consistent highway stretch is the best way to ensure a smooth arrival in Schriever.
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 47.4 miles from Lafayette, LA, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.5 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.4 miles or 59m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Schriever, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lafayette, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lafayette, LA
This is one driving day of about 94.8 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Lafayette, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 90 for about 74.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 12.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Rue Jefferson
Turn right onto Rue Jefferson
Navigation decision point
4
6.7 mi into trip|~10m in|North Morgan Avenue
Turn right onto North Morgan Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
10.9 mi into trip|~19m in|LA 92-1 / Young Street
At end of road, turn left onto LA 92-1 / Young Street
Navigation decision point
5
12.1 mi into trip|~21m in|US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
12.3 mi into trip|~21m in|US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90 / Veterans Memorial Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.32 one way
$28.63 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$15.72
$31.43
premium
$4.56
$17.02
$34.03
diesel
$5.61
$20.93
$41.86
Estimated Tolls: $0.32
Southwest Evangeline Thruway
(4.6 mi)$0.32
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: 33.2 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
28.4
0
$9.95
$4.55
Efficient EV
23.7
0
$8.30
$3.79
EV Truck/SUV
37.9
0
$13.27
$6.07
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 12, 2026
Origin
Lafayette, LA
Late night
in Lafayette on Sunday
Local time
2:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Clear
SE 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Schriever, LA
Late night
in Schriever on Sunday
Local time
2:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Clear
SE 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
79°F
Baldwin, LA
47 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
2 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 56m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This highway-focused drive relies heavily on major thoroughfares, with 89% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will navigate the Southwest Evangeline Thruway and US 90, with the latter providing a sustained 74.5-mile stretch of uninterrupted travel. The experience is defined by these fast highway miles, which allow you to cover significant distance quickly rather than winding through slower local streets. Once you transition onto LA 20, the character of the road shifts slightly as you approach your destination. Expect a steady, predictable road surface that prioritizes efficiency over technical driving maneuvers.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 74.5 mi on US 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 90 and LA 20. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Rue Jefferson.
Driving Effort6/10
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 94.8 miles you will encounter 18 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 (Rue Jefferson): Navigation decision point; at 6.7 miles (North Morgan Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 10.9 miles (LA 92-1 / Young Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 56m. Total distance: 94.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 74.5 miles on US 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.32 in tolls one way, starting with Southwest 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 Schriever, LA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 0.1 miles (Rue Jefferson): Navigation decision point; at 6.7 miles (North Morgan Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 10.9 miles (LA 92-1 / Young Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Schriever, LA before heading back.
