How far is Lafayette, LA from Saint Gabriel, LA?
The driving distance from Lafayette, LA to Saint Gabriel, LA is about 68.4 miles (110.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 55 miles (88.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 26m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Louisiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lafayette and Saint Gabriel.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette and Saint Gabriel.
-
1
Start on Rue Vermilion Ouest
102 m · 22 sec · Rue Vermilion Ouest
-
2
Turn left onto Rue Jefferson
1654 ft · 51 sec · Rue Jefferson
-
3
Continue on Jefferson Boulevard
1447 ft · 47 sec · Jefferson Boulevard
-
4
Turn left onto Northeast Evangeline Thruway
1.9 mi · 3 min · Northeast Evangeline Thruway
-
5
Take the exit straight toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
2523 ft · 1 min
-
6
Merge slight left
51.3 mi · 58 min
-
7
Take the exit slight right toward LA 30
1984 ft · 48 sec
-
8
Keep slight right
122 m · 10 sec
-
9
Turn straight onto Oklahoma Street
151 m · 16 sec · Oklahoma Street
-
10
Turn left onto Nicholson Drive
9.4 mi · 15 min · Nicholson Drive
-
11
Continue on Nicholson Extended
1.4 km · 1 min · Nicholson Extended
-
12
Continue on East Highway 30
3.3 mi · 5 min · East Highway 30
-
13
Turn right onto State Route 74
59 m · 3 sec · State Route 74
-
14
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Route 74
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lafayette and Saint Gabriel.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 10 East
Merge slight left
51.3 mi · 00h 58m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Lafayette and Mostly Clear near Saint Gabriel.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lafayette to Saint Gabriel?
The road trip is about 68.4 miles (110.1 km) and usually takes 01h 26m 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?
Grosse Tete is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.2 miles from Lafayette and 34.2 miles from Saint Gabriel.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 55 miles (88.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.4 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 3:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.13 one way or $18.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Lafayette and Mostly Clear near Saint Gabriel.
Stop Ideas Near Grosse Tete
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 Grosse Tete.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
New Iberia
Lafayette
Hammond
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lafayette and Saint Gabriel. Straight-line distance: 55 mi (88.51 km).
#1 Lafayette
The third most populous city in Acadiana, Louisiana.
| Population | 126,535 |
| Coordinates | 30.2240900, -92.0198400 |
| Altitude | 11 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint Gabriel
Human settlement in Iberville Parish, Louisiana, United States of America
| Population | 7,522 |
| Coordinates | 30.2577000, -91.0992700 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
End: Saint Gabriel (-91.09927, 30.2577)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 110 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $9.13 | $18.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $10.26 | $20.53 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $11.15 | $22.29 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $13.05 | $26.10 |
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 · Apr 13, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.