Lafayette, Louisiana to Texas City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lafayette, Louisiana from Texas City?

The distance from Lafayette, Louisiana to Texas City is 182.3 miles (293.4 km) as the crow flies. Texas City is located WSW of Lafayette, Louisiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 227.9 miles, taking about 4h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States — Lafayette, Louisiana in Louisiana and Texas City in Texas.

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. 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 Texas City. 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.