How far is Chalmette, LA from Lafayette, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Chalmette and Lafayette is 124.35 miles (200.13 km).
Flight distance from Chalmette, LA to Lafayette, LA is 124.35 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 17 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 15 minutes to travel from Chalmette to Lafayette with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Chalmette, Louisiana to Lafayette, Louisiana is: 141.99 miles (228.52 km) by car.
Driving from Chalmette to Lafayette will take approximately 02 hours 28 minutes.
#1 Chalmette
Census designated place
| Population | 16751 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 29°56'35"N 89°57'55"W |
| Latitude | 29.9429600 |
| Longitude | -89.9653700 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| 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: South Buchanan Street (-92.019794,30.224075)
Estimated Travel Time Between Chalmette and Lafayette
The distance between Chalmette and Lafayette is 229 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 32 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 Chalmette and Lafayette. The current time is 03:21:43.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 43 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 33 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 50 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 21 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 01 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 53 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 46 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 18.97 liters (5.01 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Chalmette and Lafayette.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Chalmette to Lafayette is $15.4 (diesel $20.36).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $15.4 | $17.45 | $19.26 | $20.36 |
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 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Chalmette and Lafayette (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Laplace, LA to Chalmette 35.59 miles (57 km)
Driving distance from Metairie Terrace, LA to Chalmette 13.98 miles (22 km)
