Lafayette, Louisiana to The Colony: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lafayette, Louisiana from The Colony?

The distance from Lafayette, Louisiana to The Colony is 347.9 miles (559.9 km) as the crow flies. The Colony is located NW of Lafayette, Louisiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 417.5 miles, taking about 8h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Lafayette, Louisiana in Louisiana and The Colony in Texas.

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. 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 The Colony. 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.