How far is Catahoula, LA from Lafayette, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Catahoula and Lafayette is 18.57 miles (29.89 km).
Flight distance from Catahoula, LA to Lafayette, LA is 18.57 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Catahoula, Louisiana to Lafayette, Louisiana is: 27.26 miles (43.87 km) by car.
Driving from Catahoula to Lafayette will take approximately 00 hours 39 minutes.
#1 Catahoula
| Population | |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 30°12'53"N 91°42'32"W |
| Latitude | 30.2146400 |
| Longitude | -91.7090000 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lafayette
The third most populous city in Acadiana, Louisiana. It is located on the Vermilion River in southwestern Louisiana. Lafayette is known for its many cajun and creole restaurants, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Lafayette Museum and the Lafayette Grand Opera House.
| Population | 126535 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 30°13'27"N 92°1'11"W |
| Latitude | 30.2240900 |
| Longitude | -92.0198400 |
| Altitude | 11 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Lafayette: West Vermilion Street (-92.019794,30.224075)
Estimated Travel Time Between Catahoula and Lafayette
The distance between Catahoula and Lafayette is 44 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 29 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Catahoula and Lafayette. The current time is 22:07:21.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 54 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 32 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 27 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 23 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.64 liters (0.96 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Catahoula and Lafayette.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Catahoula to Lafayette is $2.96 (diesel $3.91).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $2.96 | $3.35 | $3.7 | $3.91 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Louisiana ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.073 (Diesel $4.064) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 07, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Catahoula and Lafayette (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
