How far is Lacombe, LA from Lafayette, LA?

The driving distance from Lacombe, LA to Lafayette, LA is about 137.2 miles (220.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 16m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 124.1 miles (199.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
137.19 mi
02h 16m
Flight
124.08 mi
199.68 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
124.08 mi
Kilometers
199.68 km
Flight Time
00h 14m

Driving Distance

Road route
137.19 mi
Kilometers
220.79 km
Drive Time
02h 16m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 16m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Lafayette
Fri, Nov 6, 10:40 AM CST
Return by in Lacombe
Fri, Nov 6, 12:56 PM CST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lacombe
2026-11-06T08:24
Arrive Lafayette
Fri, Nov 6, 10:40 AM CST
Route Timing
02h 16m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:16 AM to 12:16 PM CST

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:58 PM CST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Lacombe
9:30 PM CST
Morning start is best

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Denham Springs
LA

City in Livingston Parish, Louisiana, United States

From Lacombe
68.5 mi
01h 08m
To Lafayette
68.7 mi
01h 08m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
54°F
Overnight

Mostly Clear

Starts
Fri, Nov 6 4:00 AM CST
Wind
0 to 5 mph N
Destination
79°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Nov 6 6:00 AM CST
Wind
0 to 10 mph N

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Lacombe and Lafayette.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lacombe and Lafayette.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    1.1 km · 2 min

  2. 2

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route

    69 m · 4 sec

  3. 3

    Exit the roundabout

    17 m · 1 sec

  4. 4

    Continue straight

    2.8 mi · 4 min

  5. 5

    Turn left

    2119 ft · 52 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto West Florida Republic Parkway

    74.1 mi · 1 hr 20 min · West Florida Republic Parkway

  7. 7

    Merge slight right

    3.6 mi · 4 min

  8. 8

    Keep slight left

    52.6 mi · 1 hr

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward US 167: Morgan City

    1688 ft · 41 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Expressway

    1669 ft · 24 sec · Veterans Memorial Expressway

  11. 11

    Continue on Northwest Evangeline Thruway

    1.9 mi · 3 min · Northwest Evangeline Thruway

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Jefferson Boulevard

    1147 ft · 34 sec · Jefferson Boulevard

  13. 13

    Continue on Rue Jefferson

    1654 ft · 52 sec · Rue Jefferson

  14. 14

    Turn right onto Rue Vermilion Ouest

    102 m · 17 sec · Rue Vermilion Ouest

  15. 15

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Rue Vermilion Ouest

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Lacombe and Lafayette.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
15 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
3 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
10.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West Florida Republic Parkway
130 mi · 95%
Northwest Evangeline Thruway
1.87 mi · 1%
US 167
0.32 mi
Veterans Memorial Expressway
0.32 mi
Rue Jefferson
0.31 mi
Jefferson Boulevard
0.22 mi
Longest Stretch

West Florida Republic Parkway

Merge slight left onto West Florida Republic Parkway

74.1 mi · 01h 20m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 16m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+13.1 mi
124.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Denham Springs
01h 08m from Lacombe
Leave By
1:58 PM CST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Clear leaving Lacombe and Mostly Sunny near Lafayette.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Lacombe to Lafayette?

The road trip is about 137.2 miles (220.8 km) and usually takes 02h 16m 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?

Denham Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.5 miles from Lacombe and 68.7 miles from Lafayette.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 124.1 miles (199.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.1 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:58 PM CST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.84 one way or $35.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Lacombe and Mostly Sunny near Lafayette.

Stop Ideas Near Denham Springs

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Denham Springs and the surrounding midpoint area.
City Hall Plaza
Scenic stop 12.9 mi away

City Hall Plaza

Baton Rouge , LA
10, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Rating 4.3/5 10 reviews Park
Port Vincent Clerks Office
Practical stop 11.1 mi away

Port Vincent Clerks Office

Denham Springs , LA
18235 LA-16, Denham Springs, LA 70726
Garbage collection service
Stop photo coming soon
Meeting point 14.9 mi away

Baker Utility Office

Baker , LA
3325 Groom Rd, Baker, LA 70714
Rating 1.4/5 30 reviews Water utility company,Local government office
Baker Municipal Center Auditorium
Nearby stop 14.9 mi away

Baker Municipal Center Auditorium

Baker , LA
3325 Groom Rd, Baker, LA 70714
Rating 4.3/5 48 reviews Event venue

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Denham Springs.

BUS

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

21 mi away
1253 Florida St.
RAIL

Hammond

47 mi away
404 N.E. Railroad Ave.
RAIL

Schriever

84 mi away
Hwy 20 and Hwy 24
RAIL

McComb

97 mi away
114 Northeast Railroad Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lacombe and Lafayette. Straight-line distance: 124.08 mi (199.68 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 Lacombe

Lacombe is a place in Louisiana, United States.

Population0
Coordinates30.3135300, -89.9431300
Altitude4
CountryUnited States
Lafayette

#2 Lafayette

The third most populous city in Acadiana, Louisiana.

Population126,535
Coordinates30.2240900, -92.0198400
Altitude11
CountryUnited States
Start: US 190 (-89.943152, 30.313489)
End: South Buchanan Street (-92.019794, 30.224075)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 221 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 34m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 25m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 44m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 17m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 57m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 42m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.84 gal
18.33 L · about $17.84
Round trip
$35.68
9.68 gal · 36.66 L
Estimated CO2
43 kg one way
Round trip: 86 kg / 190 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.69 $17.84 $35.68
Mid-grade $4.16 $20.15 $40.31
Premium $4.56 $22.08 $44.16
Diesel $5.75 $27.81 $55.62

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Louisiana · Nov 05, 2026

There is no time difference between Lacombe and Lafayette. The current time is 08:24:10.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.