Lafayette, Louisiana to Texarkana, Arkansas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lafayette, Louisiana from Texarkana, Arkansas?

The distance from Lafayette, Louisiana to Texarkana, Arkansas is 251.9 miles (405.4 km) as the crow flies. Texarkana, Arkansas is located NNW of Lafayette, Louisiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 314.9 miles, taking about 6h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Lafayette, Louisiana in Louisiana and Texarkana, Arkansas in Arkansas.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lafayette, Louisiana and Texarkana, Arkansas. 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.