Opelousas to The Colony: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Opelousas from The Colony?

The distance from Opelousas to The Colony is 332.7 miles (535.5 km) as the crow flies. The Colony is located WNW of Opelousas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 399.3 miles, taking about 8h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Opelousas 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 Opelousas 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.