What is the cheapest way to get from Metairie to Lafayette?

The cheapest way to get from Metairie to Lafayette is to bus via Louis Armstrong International Airport which costs $22 - $50 and takes 5h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Metairie to Lafayette?

The fastest way to get from Metairie to Lafayette is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Metairie and Lafayette?

No, there is no direct bus from Metairie to Lafayette. However, there are services departing from Cemeteries Transit Center and arriving at Lafayette via Main Library and New Orleans Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Metairie and Lafayette?

No, there is no direct train from Metairie to Lafayette station. However, there are services departing from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal and arriving at Lafayette Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Metairie to Lafayette?

The distance between Metairie and Lafayette is 142 miles. The road distance is 130 miles.

How do I travel from Metairie to Lafayette without a car?

The best way to get from Metairie to Lafayette without a car is to bus which takes 4h 8m and costs $24 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Metairie to Lafayette?

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Metairie to Lafayette, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Metairie to Lafayette bus from?

Metairie to Lafayette bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from New Orleans Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Metairie to Lafayette train from?

Metairie to Lafayette train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal station.

Train or bus from Metairie to Lafayette?

The best way to get from Metairie to Lafayette is to bus which takes 4h 8m and costs $24 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $110 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Metairie to Lafayette bus arrive?

Metairie to Lafayette bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Lafayette station.

Where does the Metairie to Lafayette train arrive?

Metairie to Lafayette train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Lafayette Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Metairie to Lafayette?

Yes, the driving distance between Metairie to Lafayette is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Metairie to Lafayette.

Where can I stay near Lafayette?

There are 191+ hotels available in Lafayette.

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There are 4 ways to get from Metairie to Lafayette by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Lafayettebus FlixBus 2211 / ...
4h 8m
$24–43
Bus via Louis Armstrong International Airport (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from New Orleans International Airport to Lafayette Transit Systembus Greyhound US1170s
5h 4m
$23–47
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain Sunset Limited
4h 58m
$49–104
Drive 129.3 mi
1. Drive from Metairie to Lafayettecar 129.3 mi
2h 15m
$24–35

Metairie to Lafayette by bus (Flixbus)

41Weekly Buses

4h 8mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 141.6 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Metairie, LA, USA and Lafayette, LA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Lafayette every 4 hours. Tickets cost $21–40 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Lafayette Amtrak Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $45–100 and the journey takes 3h 24m.

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