Friendswood to New Iberia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

205.5 miles 330.7 km · straight line
256.9 miles estimated 413.4 km · driving distance
5h 10min estimated drive time
$25 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
80° E bearing direction

How far is Friendswood from New Iberia?

The distance from Friendswood to New Iberia is 205.5 miles (330.7 km) as the crow flies. New Iberia is located E of Friendswood. By car, the driving distance is approximately 256.9 miles, taking about 5h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Friendswood in Texas and New Iberia in Louisiana.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Friendswood and New Iberia. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Friendswood to New Iberia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 10min $25 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 12min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 55min $31–$90* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Friendswood & New Iberia

Quick Facts

Friendswood
29.53°N, 95.20°W
America/Chicago
10m elevation
New Iberia
30.00°N, 91.82°W
America/Chicago
5m elevation
Explore more routes from New Iberia

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 69 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 121.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients