Lafayette, Louisiana to Opelousas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lafayette, Louisiana from Opelousas?

The distance from Lafayette, Louisiana to Opelousas is 21.7 miles (34.9 km) as the crow flies. Opelousas is located N of Lafayette, Louisiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 28.2 miles, taking about 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Opelousas. 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.