How far is Lafayette, LA from Central, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Lafayette and Central is 62.88 miles (101.19 km).
Flight distance from Lafayette, LA to Central, LA is 62.88 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 08 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from Lafayette to Central with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Lafayette, Louisiana to Central, Louisiana is: 69.28 miles (111.5 km) by car.
Driving from Lafayette to Central will take approximately 01 hours 16 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 Central
Suburb city of Baton Rouge, located in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 29450 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 30°33'16"N 91°2'12"W |
| Latitude | 30.5543500 |
| Longitude | -91.0367700 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Central: Hooper Road (-91.036767,30.554344)
Estimated Travel Time Between Lafayette and Central
The distance between Lafayette and Central is 112 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 14 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 Lafayette and Central. The current time is 01:42:27.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 18 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 43 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 23 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 09 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 59 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 55 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 51 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 9.25 liters (2.44 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Lafayette and Central.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lafayette to Central is $7.51 (diesel $9.94).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $7.51 | $8.51 | $9.4 | $9.94 |
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 November 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Lafayette and Central (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 Lafayette 108.84 miles (175 km)
Driving distance from Maryland, LA to Lafayette 63.98 miles (103 km)
Driving distance from Metairie Terrace, LA to Lafayette 129.76 miles (209 km)
