Houston to Lafayette, Louisiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Houston from Lafayette, Louisiana?

The distance from Houston to Lafayette, Louisiana is 203 miles (326.7 km) as the crow flies. Lafayette, Louisiana is located E of Houston. By car, the driving distance is approximately 217.1 miles, taking about 4h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Houston in Texas 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Houston and Lafayette, Louisiana. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.