Weekend Drives from Central, LA
Routes
9
Avg Distance
100 mi
Avg Drive
2h 4m
Destinations
9
The best weekend drives from Central, LA cover anywhere from 1 to 4 hours on the road. That's 13 solid options across 13 destinations, with the typical route running about 104 miles each way.
Planning Tips
- Leave early on Saturday to beat traffic out of Central, LA — the first hour often determines the whole drive's mood.
- Pack snacks and water even for short drives. A 2-hour drive with a good stop becomes a 3-hour experience.
- Check fuel prices at your destination versus Central, LA — sometimes filling up before you leave saves more than you'd expect.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 13 mapped routes from Central, LA that are between 1 and 4 hours of driving, covering 13 unique destinations. Average distance is about 104 miles one way.
Drive times and distances come from actual road network data via OSRM. Fuel costs use current state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. All data is recalculated regularly.
Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.
All Weekend Drives
Central, LA → Donaldsonville, LA
46.9 mi
1h 1m
Score: 8/10
Central, LA → Laplace, LA
60.9 mi
1h 16m
Score: 9/10
Central, LA → Jefferson, LA
82.9 mi
1h 44m
Score: 8/10
Central, LA → Crowley, LA
89.3 mi
1h 48m
Score: 7/10
Central, LA → Waggaman, LA
87.1 mi
1h 52m
Score: 8/10
Central, LA → Gretna, LA
91.4 mi
1h 52m
Score: 7/10
Central, LA → Harvey, LA
93.1 mi
1h 54m
Score: 7/10
Central, LA → DeRidder, LA
160.7 mi
3h 26m
Score: 8/10
Central, LA → West Monroe, LA
189.8 mi
3h 47m
Score: 8/10