Houston to New Iberia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

213.4 miles 343.4 km · straight line
237.2 miles actual route 381.8 km · driving distance
4h 33min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
85° E bearing direction

How far is Houston from New Iberia?

The distance from Houston to New Iberia is 213.4 miles (343.4 km) as the crow flies. New Iberia is located E of Houston. By car, the driving distance is approximately 237.2 miles, taking about 4h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Houston 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. 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 New Iberia. 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.

How to Get from Houston to New Iberia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 33min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 28min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 19min $28–$83* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Houston & New Iberia

Quick Facts

Houston
29.76°N, 95.37°W
America/Chicago
15m elevation
New Iberia
30.00°N, 91.82°W
America/Chicago
5m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 71 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 116.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM