Monroe, Louisiana to New Iberia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

174 miles 280.1 km · straight line
217.5 miles estimated 350.1 km · driving distance
4h 23min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
174° S bearing direction

How far is Monroe, Louisiana from New Iberia?

The distance from Monroe, Louisiana to New Iberia is 174 miles (280.1 km) as the crow flies. New Iberia is located S of Monroe, Louisiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 217.5 miles, taking about 4h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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 Monroe, Louisiana and New Iberia. 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.

How to Get from Monroe, Louisiana to New Iberia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 23min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 16min $17–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 10min $26–$76* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Monroe, Louisiana & New Iberia

Quick Facts

Monroe, Louisiana
32.51°N, 92.12°W
America/Chicago
23m elevation
New Iberia
30.00°N, 91.82°W
America/Chicago
5m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 143.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients