How far is Lafayette, LA from Saint Rose, LA?
The driving distance from Lafayette, LA to Saint Rose, LA is about 125.9 miles (202.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 103.2 miles (166.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 58m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 29m.
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.
Census-designated place in Louisiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lafayette and Saint Rose.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette and Saint Rose.
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Start on Rue Vermilion Ouest
102 m · 22 sec · Rue Vermilion Ouest
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Turn left onto Rue Jefferson
1654 ft · 51 sec · Rue Jefferson
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Continue on Jefferson Boulevard
1447 ft · 47 sec · Jefferson Boulevard
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Turn left onto Northeast Evangeline Thruway
1.9 mi · 3 min · Northeast Evangeline Thruway
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Take the exit straight toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge
2523 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
116.3 mi · 2 hr 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 310 South: Boutte, Houma
2903 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 61: Kenner, Norco
1238 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 61 South: Kenner
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Airline Highway
1339 ft · 22 sec · Airline Highway
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Turn right onto State Route 50
1450 ft · 29 sec · State Route 50
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Continue on Almedia Road
3027 ft · 1 min · Almedia Road
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Turn right onto River Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · River Road
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Turn right onto 1st Street
1666 ft · 1 min · 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lafayette and Saint Rose.
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
116 mi · 02h 12m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Lafayette and Partly Sunny near Saint Rose.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lafayette to Saint Rose?
The road trip is about 125.9 miles (202.6 km) and usually takes 02h 29m 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?
Village Saint George is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.9 miles from Lafayette and 63 miles from Saint Rose.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 103.2 miles (166.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.7 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 1:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.81 one way or $33.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Lafayette and Partly Sunny near Saint Rose.
Stop Ideas Near Village Saint George
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Plaza
Port Vincent Clerks Office
Baton Rouge City Hall
City of Baton Rouge Fire Station 15
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Village Saint George.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Hammond
Schriever
New Iberia
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lafayette and Saint Rose. Straight-line distance: 103.23 mi (166.13 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 Rose
Unincorporated suburban community and census designated place in Saint Charles Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 8,122 |
| Coordinates | 29.9468700, -90.3231300 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: Saint Rose (-90.32313, 29.94687)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 203 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 34m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $16.81 | $33.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $18.91 | $37.82 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $20.54 | $41.07 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $24.04 | $48.09 |
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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