Lafayette, Louisiana to Paragould: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lafayette, Louisiana from Paragould?

The distance from Lafayette, Louisiana to Paragould is 412.6 miles (664 km) as the crow flies. Paragould is located NNE of Lafayette, Louisiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 495.1 miles, taking about 9h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in United States — Lafayette, Louisiana in Louisiana and Paragould in Arkansas.

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 Paragould. 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.