Lafayette, Louisiana to New Iberia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

19.4 miles 31.2 km · straight line
25.2 miles estimated 40.6 km · driving distance
30min estimated drive time
$2 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
142° SE bearing direction

How far is Lafayette, Louisiana from New Iberia?

The distance from Lafayette, Louisiana to New Iberia is 19.4 miles (31.2 km) as the crow flies. New Iberia is located SE of Lafayette, Louisiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 25.2 miles, taking about 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Lafayette, Louisiana 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 Lafayette, Louisiana to New Iberia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 30min $2 - $3 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Lafayette, Louisiana
30.22°N, 92.02°W
America/Chicago
11m 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 6 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients