If you are looking to travel from New Iberia to Broussard, this 73-mile journey is a straightforward trek across the Southeast region of Louisiana. You should plan for roughly 1 hour and 42 minutes of drive time, making it an ideal candidate for a one-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $11, this route is quite economical for travelers watching their expenses. Because the total duration is relatively short, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you have additional plans in the area. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that connects two familiar Louisiana locales efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.5 miles from New Iberia, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
18.7 mi
19m
Veterans Memorial Expressway
8.8 mi
9m
State Route 107
7.3 mi
13m
La 361
6.9 mi
12m
State Route 10
6 mi
8m
Southeast Evangeline Thruway
6 mi
9m
Old Spanish Trail Highway South
4.9 mi
7m
Old Spanish Trail
4.1 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
— 18.7 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Iberia, LA and Broussard, LA.
1
Start on Julia Street
0.1 mi·37 sec·Julia Street
2
Turn left onto LA 86; LA 182
1.6 mi·2 min·East Main Street
3
Continue on LA 182
4.1 mi·6 min·Old Spanish Trail
4
Turn straight onto LA 182
4.9 mi·7 min·Old Spanish Trail Highway South
5
Continue on LA 182
0.9 mi·1 min·East Main Street
6
Continue on LA 182
0.5 mi·40 sec·Southwest Frontage Road
7
Take the ramp onto LA 182
1.3 mi·1 min·LA 182
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90; LA 182
2.5 mi·2 min·Southwest Evangeline Thruway
9
Continue on US 90; LA 182
6.0 mi·9 min·Southeast Evangeline Thruway
10
Continue on I 49; LA 182
8.8 mi·9 min·Veterans Memorial Expressway
11
Continue on I 49; US 167
19 mi·19 min·Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward LA 10: Lebeau
13
Turn right onto LA 10; LA 182
0.2 mi·22 sec·State Highway 10
14
Continue on LA 10; LA 182
6.0 mi·8 min·State Route 10
15
Continue on LA 10
2.2 mi·3 min·LA 10
16
At end of road, turn left onto US 71
0.3 mi·38 sec·US 71
17
Turn right onto LA 361
6.9 mi·12 min·LA 361
18
Continue on LA 107
0.7 mi·1 min·State Route 107
19
Continue on LA 107
2.7 mi·4 min·State Route 107
20
Continue on LA 107
4.0 mi·7 min·State Route 107
21
Turn left onto Barron Road
395 ft·17 sec·Barron Road
22
Arrive at destination
Barron Road
Trip Plan
Since this trip takes less than two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the drive in a single push without needing to schedule formal stops, as there are zero required stops listed for this itinerary. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before heading out, even though the $11 cost is manageable, to ensure you don't run low during the transition between major roads. A helpful tip for this specific route is to familiarize yourself with the path through State Route 107 early, as it serves as a key connector in your journey. Enjoy the simplicity of this short, direct route through the Louisiana landscape.
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 36.5 miles from New Iberia, LA, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.7 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 16 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.5 miles or 48m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Broussard, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New Iberia, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from New Iberia, LA
This is one driving day of about 73 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from New Iberia, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway for about 18.7 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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 58.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|LA 86; LA 182 / East Main Street
Turn left onto LA 86; LA 182 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
13.5 mi into trip|~20m in|US 90; LA 182 / Southwest Evangeline Thruway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90; LA 182 / Southwest Evangeline Thruway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
49.5 mi into trip|~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward LA 10: Lebeau
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward LA 10: Lebeau
3
58.4 mi into trip|~1h 16m in|US 71
At end of road, turn left onto US 71
Navigation decision point
4
58.8 mi into trip|~1h 16m in|LA 361 / La 361
Turn right onto LA 361 / La 361
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.02 one way
$22.05 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$12.10
$24.20
premium
$4.56
$13.10
$26.21
diesel
$5.61
$16.12
$32.23
Estimated Tolls: $0.60
Southeast Evangeline Thruway
(6 mi)$0.42
Southwest Evangeline Thruway
(2.5 mi)$0.18
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
$11
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
21.9
0
$7.66
$3.50
Efficient EV
18.3
0
$6.39
$2.92
EV Truck/SUV
29.2
0
$10.22
$4.67
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
New Iberia, LA
Afternoon
in New Iberia on Sunday
Local time
4:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Mostly Cloudy
SE 5 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Broussard, LA
Afternoon
in Broussard on Sunday
Local time
4:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
80°F
Sunset, LA
37 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
15 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 42m 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?
Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate this 73-mile stretch. You will spend about 45% of your time on highways, primarily utilizing the Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway, Veterans Memorial Expressway, and State Route 107. The longest uninterrupted segment occurs on the Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway, covering 18.7 miles where you can settle into a steady rhythm. Because this is a mixed-profile drive, you will encounter transitions between faster highway speeds and more localized road conditions. Stay alert as the road character shifts, ensuring you remain comfortable behind the wheel throughout the entire duration.
45% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.7 mi on Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near LA 86; LA 182 / East Main Street.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 42m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (LA 86; LA 182 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.5 miles (US 90; LA 182 / Southwest Evangeline Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 49.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
81 ft16 ft
Total Climb
79 ft
Total Descent
59 ft
Highest Point
81 ft
~41.7 mi in
Elevation Range
65 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 42m. Total distance: 73 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 18.7 miles on Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.60 in tolls one way, starting with Southeast 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 0.1 miles (LA 86; LA 182 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.5 miles (US 90; LA 182 / Southwest Evangeline Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 49.5 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 Broussard, LA before heading back.
