How far is Meraux, LA from Lafayette, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Meraux and Lafayette is 127.4 miles (205.03 km).
Flight distance from Meraux, LA to Lafayette, LA is 127.4 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 17 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 15 minutes to travel from Meraux to Lafayette with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Meraux, Louisiana to Lafayette, Louisiana is: 145.31 miles (233.86 km) by car.
Driving from Meraux to Lafayette will take approximately 02 hours 34 minutes.
#1 Meraux
City in Louisiana, United States of America
| Population | 5816 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 29°55'49"N 89°54'58"W |
| Latitude | 29.9301700 |
| Longitude | -89.9162300 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| 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 Meraux and Lafayette
The distance between Meraux and Lafayette is 234 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 35 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 Meraux and Lafayette. The current time is 08:02:47.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 50 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 37 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 54 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 25 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 04 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 56 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 48 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 19.41 liters (5.13 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Meraux and Lafayette.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Meraux to Lafayette is $15.76 (diesel $20.84).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $15.76 | $17.85 | $19.71 | $20.84 |
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 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Meraux and Lafayette (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
