How far is Elton, LA from Lafayette, LA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Elton and Lafayette is 44.04 miles (70.88 km).

Flight distance from Elton, LA to Lafayette, LA is 44.04 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Elton, Louisiana to Lafayette, Louisiana is: 58.62 miles (94.34 km) by car.

Driving from Elton to Lafayette will take approximately 01 hours 01 minutes.

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#1 Elton

Town in Louisiana, USA

Population 1134
GPS Coordinates 30°28'53"N 92°41'45"W
Latitude 30.4813100
Longitude -92.6957000
Altitude 15
Country United States
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#2 Lafayette

The third most populous city in Acadiana, Louisiana. It is located on the Vermilion River in southwestern Louisiana. Lafayette is known for its many cajun and creole restaurants, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Lafayette Museum and the Lafayette Grand Opera House.

Population 126535
GPS Coordinates 30°13'27"N 92°1'11"W
Latitude 30.2240900
Longitude -92.0198400
Altitude 11
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Elton and Lafayette

The distance between Elton and Lafayette is 94 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 02 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Elton and Lafayette. The current time is 07:20:44.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 01 hours 57 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 01 hours 27 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 01 hours 10 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 58 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 50 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 46 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 43 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.83 liters (2.07 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Elton and Lafayette.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Elton to Lafayette is $6.36 (diesel $8.41).

Louisiana gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.07 $3.48 $3.84 $4.06
Total $6.36 $7.2 $7.95 $8.41

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Louisiana ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.073 (Diesel $4.064) /gallon. Last changed prices on March 28, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Elton and Lafayette (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

Distance to Other Cities

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Driving distance from Bossier City, LA to Elton 194.72 miles (313 km)

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Driving distance from Lake Charles, LA to Elton 42.6 miles (69 km)

Driving distance from Maryland, LA to Elton 97.09 miles (156 km)

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Driving distance from Metairie, LA to Elton 169.45 miles (273 km)

Driving distance from Metairie Terrace, LA to Elton 170.16 miles (274 km)

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Driving distance from Monroe, LA to Elton 166.75 miles (268 km)

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Driving distance from New Orleans, LA to Elton 175.38 miles (282 km)

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