How far is Plaquemine, LA from Lafayette, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Plaquemine and Lafayette is 47.06 miles (75.74 km).
Flight distance from Plaquemine, LA to Lafayette, LA is 47.06 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from Plaquemine to Lafayette with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Plaquemine, Louisiana to Lafayette, Louisiana is: 65.46 miles (105.35 km) by car.
Driving from Plaquemine to Lafayette will take approximately 01 hours 11 minutes.
#1 Plaquemine
City in Louisiana
| Population | 6384 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 30°17'24"N 91°14'6"W |
| Latitude | 30.2900500 |
| Longitude | -91.2349700 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| 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 Plaquemine and Lafayette
The distance between Plaquemine and Lafayette is 105 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 10 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 Plaquemine and Lafayette. The current time is 05:05:33.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 10 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 38 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 18 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 05 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 56 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 52 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 48 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 8.74 liters (2.31 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Plaquemine and Lafayette.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Plaquemine to Lafayette is $7.1 (diesel $9.39).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $7.1 | $8.04 | $8.88 | $9.39 |
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 Plaquemine 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 Plaquemine 22.63 miles (36 km)
Driving distance from Metairie Terrace, LA to Plaquemine 81.05 miles (130 km)
