Lafayette, Louisiana to Opelika: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lafayette, Louisiana from Opelika?

The distance from Lafayette, Louisiana to Opelika is 425.6 miles (685 km) as the crow flies. Opelika is located ENE of Lafayette, Louisiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 510.8 miles, taking about 10h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Lafayette, Louisiana in Louisiana and Opelika in Alabama.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Lafayette, Louisiana and Opelika. 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.