How far is Stonewall, LA from Lafayette, LA?
The driving distance from Stonewall, LA to Lafayette, LA is about 199.3 miles (320.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 177.6 miles (285.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 46m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 53m.
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.
Town in Rapides Parish, Louisiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Stonewall and Lafayette.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stonewall and Lafayette.
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Start on Stonewall-Preston Road
100 m · 14 sec · Stonewall-Preston Road
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Continue on Stonewall-Frierson Road
1.4 km · 1 min · Stonewall-Frierson Road
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Continue on State Route 3276
1990 ft · 40 sec · State Route 3276
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Continue on Stonewall-Frierson Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Stonewall-Frierson Road
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Continue on State Route 3276
1.4 km · 2 min · State Route 3276
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Continue on Stonewall-Frierson Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Stonewall-Frierson Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1387 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
193.7 mi · 3 hr 18 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 Stonewall 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.
Stonewall-Frierson Road
Merge slight left
194 mi · 03h 18m
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.
Sunny leaving Stonewall and Sunny near Lafayette.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Stonewall to Lafayette?
The road trip is about 199.3 miles (320.7 km) and usually takes 02h 53m 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?
Boyce is a useful midpoint, sitting about 99.5 miles from Stonewall and 99.7 miles from Lafayette.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 177.6 miles (285.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.7 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 12:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.62 one way or $53.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Stonewall and Sunny near Lafayette.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Stonewall and Lafayette. Straight-line distance: 177.67 mi (285.94 km).
#1 Stonewall
Suburb town of Shreveport, located in DeSoto Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 2,598 |
| Coordinates | 32.2818300, -93.8240700 |
| Altitude | 66 |
| 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: 321 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 29m |
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 | $26.62 | $53.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $29.94 | $59.88 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $32.51 | $65.03 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $38.07 | $76.13 |
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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