How far is Ponchatoula, LA from Lafayette, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Ponchatoula and Lafayette is 95.29 miles (153.35 km).
Flight distance from Ponchatoula, LA to Lafayette, LA is 95.29 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 12 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 11 minutes to travel from Ponchatoula to Lafayette with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Ponchatoula, Louisiana to Lafayette, Louisiana is: 102.23 miles (164.52 km) by car.
Driving from Ponchatoula to Lafayette will take approximately 01 hours 38 minutes.
#1 Ponchatoula
City in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 7545 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 30°26'20"N 90°26'29"W |
| Latitude | 30.4388000 |
| Longitude | -90.4414800 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| 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 Ponchatoula and Lafayette
The distance between Ponchatoula and Lafayette is 165 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 49 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 Ponchatoula and Lafayette. The current time is 02:39:54.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 24 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 33 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 02 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 42 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 27 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 21 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 16 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 13.66 liters (3.61 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Ponchatoula and Lafayette.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Ponchatoula to Lafayette is $11.09 (diesel $14.66).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $11.09 | $12.56 | $13.86 | $14.66 |
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 Ponchatoula and Lafayette (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
