Lafayette, Louisiana to Vicksburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lafayette, Louisiana from Vicksburg?

The distance from Lafayette, Louisiana to Vicksburg is 161.8 miles (260.4 km) as the crow flies. Vicksburg is located NNE of Lafayette, Louisiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 202.3 miles, taking about 4h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Lafayette, Louisiana in Louisiana and Vicksburg in Mississippi.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Vicksburg. 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.