How far is Central, LA from Eunice, LA?
The driving distance from Central, LA to Eunice, LA is about 85.7 miles (137.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 82.3 miles (132.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 43m 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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Halfway Point
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Town in Louisiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Central and Eunice.
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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
72 mi · 1 hr 29 min
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Turn left onto South 3rd Street
59 m · 9 sec · South 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 3rd Street
Car Route Details
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Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
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72 mi · 01h 29m
Route Summary
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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.
Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Central and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Eunice.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Central to Eunice?
The road trip is about 85.7 miles (137.9 km) and usually takes 01h 51m 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?
Krotz Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.8 miles from Central and 42.9 miles from Eunice.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82.3 miles (132.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.4 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 2:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.44 one way or $22.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Central and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Eunice.
Stop Ideas Near Krotz Springs
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Port Barre Park
Livonia Town Hall
Port Barre Community Center
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Krotz Springs.
Lafayette
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
New Iberia
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Central and Eunice. Straight-line distance: 82.29 mi (132.43 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 Eunice
City in Louisiana, United States
| Population | 9,655 |
| Coordinates | 30.4943700, -92.4176300 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
End: Eunice (-92.41763, 30.49437)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 138 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $11.44 | $22.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.86 | $25.72 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.97 | $27.94 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $16.35 | $32.71 |
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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