How far is Central, LA from Broussard, LA?
The driving distance from Central, LA to Broussard, LA is about 79.7 miles (128.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 58.7 miles (94.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Louisiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Central and Broussard.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Central and Broussard.
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Start on Hooper Road
7 mi · 12 min · Hooper Road
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Turn left onto Plank Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Plank Road
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Take the ramp slight right
3017 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Airline Highway
5.3 mi · 8 min · Airline Highway
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Continue straight
35 mi · 46 min
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Turn left
140 m · 13 sec
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Continue straight
16.7 mi · 25 min
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Turn right onto La 361
6.9 mi · 12 min · La 361
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Continue on State Route 107
1.1 km · 1 min · State Route 107
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Continue on State Route 107
2.7 mi · 5 min · State Route 107
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Continue on State Route 107
4 mi · 7 min · State Route 107
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Turn left onto Barron Road
121 m · 17 sec · Barron Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Barron Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Central and Broussard.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Airline Highway
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35 mi · 00h 46m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny leaving Central and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Broussard.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Central to Broussard?
The road trip is about 79.7 miles (128.2 km) and usually takes 01h 58m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Fordoche is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.8 miles from Central and 39.8 miles from Broussard.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 58.7 miles (94.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 21 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.64 one way or $21.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Central and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Broussard.
Stop Ideas Near Fordoche
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fordoche.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Central and Broussard. Straight-line distance: 58.73 mi (94.51 km).
#1 Central
Suburb city of Baton Rouge, located in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 29,450 |
| Coordinates | 30.5543500, -91.0367700 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Broussard
Suburb city of Lafayette, located in Lafayette and St.
| Population | 13,076 |
| Coordinates | 30.8932500, -91.9434500 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
End: Broussard (-91.94345, 30.89325)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 128 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $10.64 | $21.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $11.97 | $23.94 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.00 | $25.99 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $15.22 | $30.43 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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