Greenwood, Mississippi to Lafayette, Louisiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Greenwood, Mississippi from Lafayette, Louisiana?

The distance from Greenwood, Mississippi to Lafayette, Louisiana is 251.8 miles (405.2 km) as the crow flies. Lafayette, Louisiana is located SSW of Greenwood, Mississippi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 314.7 miles, taking about 6h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Greenwood, Mississippi in Mississippi and Lafayette, Louisiana 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Greenwood, Mississippi and Lafayette, Louisiana. 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.