How far is Logansport, LA from Lafayette, LA?
The driving distance from Logansport, LA to Lafayette, LA is about 204.9 miles (329.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 168.3 miles (270.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 08m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Town in Rapides Parish, Louisiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Logansport and Lafayette.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Logansport and Lafayette.
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Start on Main Street
582 ft · 15 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Creech Street
40 m · 12 sec · Creech Street
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Turn left onto U.S. Highway 84
625 ft · 11 sec · U.S. Highway 84
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Turn slight right onto Main Street
18.4 mi · 27 min · Main Street
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Continue on Washington Avenue
1 km · 1 min · Washington Avenue
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Turn left onto Jenkins Street
1 km · 45 sec · Jenkins Street
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Turn right onto Polk Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Polk Street
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Turn straight onto McArthur Drive
8 mi · 12 min · McArthur Drive
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Take the ramp slight right
1700 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
174.8 mi · 2 hr 59 min
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Turn right onto Jefferson Boulevard
1147 ft · 34 sec · Jefferson Boulevard
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Continue on Rue Jefferson
1654 ft · 52 sec · Rue Jefferson
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Turn right onto Rue Vermilion Ouest
102 m · 17 sec · Rue Vermilion Ouest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Rue Vermilion Ouest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Logansport and Lafayette.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
McArthur Drive
Merge slight left
175 mi · 02h 59m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Logansport 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 Logansport to Lafayette?
The road trip is about 204.9 miles (329.8 km) and usually takes 03h 08m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Boyce is a useful midpoint, sitting about 102.5 miles from Logansport and 102.5 miles from Lafayette.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 168.3 miles (270.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:44 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.38 one way or $54.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 64.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Logansport and Mostly Sunny near Lafayette.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Logansport and Lafayette. Straight-line distance: 168.34 mi (270.91 km).
#1 Logansport
Town in Louisiana, United States
| Population | 1,546 |
| Coordinates | 31.9754500, -93.9979700 |
| Altitude | 65 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lafayette
The third most populous city in Acadiana, Louisiana.
| Population | 126,535 |
| Coordinates | 30.2240900, -92.0198400 |
| Altitude | 11 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Buchanan Street (-92.019794, 30.224075)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 330 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 33m |
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 | $27.38 | $54.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $30.79 | $61.59 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $33.44 | $66.88 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $39.15 | $78.30 |
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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