How far is Elton, LA from Lafayette, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Elton and Lafayette is 44.04 miles (70.88 km).
Flight distance from Elton, LA to Lafayette, LA is 44.04 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Elton, Louisiana to Lafayette, Louisiana is: 58.62 miles (94.34 km) by car.
Driving from Elton to Lafayette will take approximately 01 hours 01 minutes.
#1 Elton
Town in Louisiana, USA
| Population | 1134 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 30°28'53"N 92°41'45"W |
| Latitude | 30.4813100 |
| Longitude | -92.6957000 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| 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 Elton and Lafayette
The distance between Elton and Lafayette is 94 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 02 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 Elton and Lafayette. The current time is 02:21:06.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 57 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 27 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 10 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 50 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 46 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 43 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.83 liters (2.07 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Elton and Lafayette.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Elton to Lafayette is $6.36 (diesel $8.41).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $6.36 | $7.2 | $7.95 | $8.41 |
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 Elton 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 Maryland, LA to Elton 97.09 miles (156 km)
Driving distance from Metairie Terrace, LA to Elton 170.16 miles (274 km)
