Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
68.5 mi
110 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
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.
Morgan City, LA
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If you are looking to travel from Morgan City to Lafayette, you are in for a quick 67.6-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this trip is ideal as a one-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $9 on fuel for the entire trip, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. Navigating through Southeast Louisiana, you will utilize local routes like Federal Avenue, Veterans Memorial Expressway, and Young Street to reach your destination. This drive is straightforward and efficient, perfect for those who prefer to keep their travel time under control while moving between these two Louisiana hubs.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 90 | 55 mi | 1h |
| Southwest Evangeline Thruway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Southeast Evangeline Thruway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| South Morgan Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Ambassador Caffery Parkway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Veterans Memorial Expressway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| East University Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| St Etienne Road | 1 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Morgan City, LA and Lafayette, LA.
Start on LA 182
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto Federal Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 90
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90; LA 92-1
Take the exit onto LA 92-1
Continue on LA 92-1
Turn right onto St Etienne Road
At end of road, turn right onto East Fairfield Drive
Turn left onto LA 3073
Turn right onto South Morgan Avenue
Turn right onto US 90; LA 182
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto US 90; LA 182
Continue on US 90; LA 182
Turn left onto East University Avenue
Turn right onto Johnston Street
Turn left onto Rue Jefferson
Turn left onto Rue Vermilion Ouest
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 34.2 miles from Morgan City, 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 and 61.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn left onto Federal Avenue
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90; LA 92-1 / Veterans Memorial Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Regular Gas
$10.35 one way
$20.69 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $11.36 | $22.71 |
| premium | $4.56 | $12.29 | $24.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.12 | $30.25 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.34
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
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.19 | $3.29 |
| Efficient EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.99 | $2.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.59 | $4.38 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Morning in Morgan City on Sunday
Local time
6:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Sunny
Destination
Morning in Lafayette on Sunday
Local time
6:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
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 cruise, as this route contains zero highway miles. You will spend your time navigating local infrastructure, with the longest stretch being zero miles on Federal Avenue, which highlights the frequent turns required throughout the journey. Because you are avoiding high-speed highways entirely, your focus will be on local traffic patterns and navigating city streets. This profile creates a very different experience than a typical highway trek, demanding your full attention as you transition between the various local thoroughfares. Behind the wheel, you will find a steady pace that relies on local navigation rather than open-road cruising.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 90 and Southwest Evangeline Thruway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.5 miles you will encounter 21 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: near the start: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; near the start (Federal Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
Morgan City is a town of 11,000 people (2019) in Coastal Acadiana that revolves around shrimp and petroleum, so much so that it's major annual event is the Louisiana Shrimp & Petroleum Festival.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 68.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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