How far is New Iberia, LA from Bayou Cane, LA?
The driving distance from New Iberia, LA to Bayou Cane, LA is about 80.7 miles (129.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 69.2 miles (111.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 05m 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.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between New Iberia and Bayou Cane.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Iberia and Bayou Cane.
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Start on Julia Street
63 m · 13 sec · Julia Street
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Turn right onto East Saint Peter Street
726 ft · 18 sec · East Saint Peter Street
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Turn right onto Center Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Center Street
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Continue on Abbeville Hwy 14
1.5 km · 1 min · Abbeville Hwy 14
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Turn left onto Avery Island Road
2963 ft · 1 min · Avery Island Road
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Take the ramp left
23 m · 4 sec
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Turn left
1823 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
72.8 mi · 1 hr 19 min
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Take the exit slight right
2028 ft · 49 sec
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Keep slight right
120 m · 10 sec
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Turn straight onto West Main Street
4.3 mi · 6 min · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between New Iberia and Bayou Cane.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Avery Island Road
Merge slight left
72.8 mi · 01h 19m
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 then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving New Iberia and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bayou Cane.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from New Iberia to Bayou Cane?
The road trip is about 80.7 miles (129.9 km) and usually takes 01h 32m 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?
Patterson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.3 miles from New Iberia and 40.4 miles from Bayou Cane.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69.2 miles (111.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.5 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 3:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.79 one way or $21.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around New Iberia and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bayou Cane.
Stop Ideas Near Patterson
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New Iberia and Bayou Cane. Straight-line distance: 69.16 mi (111.3 km).
#1 New Iberia
City in Louisiana, United States
| Population | 28,032 |
| Coordinates | 30.0035400, -91.8187300 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bayou Cane
City in Louisiana, United States of America
| Population | 19,355 |
| Coordinates | 29.6241000, -90.7512000 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bayou Cane (-90.7512, 29.6241)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 130 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
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 | $10.79 | $21.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.14 | $24.28 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.18 | $26.36 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $15.43 | $30.87 |
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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