How far is Lafayette, LA from Alexandria, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Lafayette and Alexandria is 79.25 miles (127.54 km).
Flight distance from Lafayette, LA to Alexandria, LA is 79.25 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 10 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 09 minutes to travel from Lafayette to Alexandria with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Lafayette, Louisiana to Alexandria, Louisiana is: 88.63 miles (142.63 km) by car.
Driving from Lafayette to Alexandria will take approximately 01 hours 18 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 Alexandria
The capital of Louisiana. It is located on the Mississippi River in the northeastern part of the state. Alexandria is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Alexandria Museum of Art and the Alexandria Zoo.
| Population | 45573 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 31°18'41"N 92°26'43"W |
| Latitude | 31.3112900 |
| Longitude | -92.4451400 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Alexandria: Murray Street (-92.444972,31.311153)
Estimated Travel Time Between Lafayette and Alexandria
The distance between Lafayette and Alexandria is 143 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 35 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 Lafayette and Alexandria. The current time is 17:43:09.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 57 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 12 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 46 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 28 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 15 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 10 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 06 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 11.84 liters (3.13 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Lafayette and Alexandria.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lafayette to Alexandria is $9.61 (diesel $12.71).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $9.61 | $10.89 | $12.02 | $12.71 |
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 April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Lafayette and Alexandria (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
Driving distance from Laplace, LA to Lafayette 108.84 miles (175 km)
Driving distance from Maryland, LA to Lafayette 63.98 miles (103 km)
Driving distance from Metairie Terrace, LA to Lafayette 129.76 miles (209 km)
