Origin
Abita Springs, LA
Afternoon in Abita Springs on Thursday
Local time
2:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Abita Springs, LA to Colt, LA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
26m
Distance
20.3 mi
33 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Abita Springs, LA
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Colt, LA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Abita Springs, LA to Colt, LA covers 20.3 miles and takes about 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Florida Republic Parkway, State Highway 59, Northshore Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.1 miles on West Florida Republic Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.07 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 26m. Total distance: 20.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 26m highway drive covering 20.3 miles, with most of the trip on West Florida Republic Parkway and State Highway 59. The longest continuous stretch is about 14.1 miles on West Florida Republic Parkway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Florida Republic Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 14.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West Florida Republic Parkway and State Highway 59. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 4.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 26m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.8 miles (I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
4.6 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Turn left toward I 12 East: Slidell
Navigation decision point
Toward I 12 East: Slidell
5
4.8 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway
Merge onto I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
18.9 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward Airport Drive, North Shore Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 80
Toward Airport Drive, North Shore Boulevard
4
19.3 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
Northshore Boulevard
Turn right onto Northshore Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
19.9 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
US 190 / Gause Boulevard West
At end of road, turn right onto US 190 / Gause Boulevard West
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Florida Republic Parkway | 14.1 mi | 15m |
| State Highway 59 | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Northshore Boulevard | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Gause Boulevard West | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Highway 59 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Florida Republic Parkway
— 14.1 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Abita Springs, LA and Colt, LA.
1
Start on LA 59
98 ft
·
2 sec
·
Highway 59
2
Continue on LA 59
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 59
3
Continue on LA 59
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Highway 59
4
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 12 East: Slidell
5
Merge onto I 12
14 mi
·
15 min
·
West Florida Republic Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 80
Toward Airport Drive, North Shore Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn right onto Northshore Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
Northshore Boulevard
8
At end of road, turn right onto US 190
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
Gause Boulevard West
9
Arrive at destination
US 190
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.07 one way
$6.13 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.37 | $6.73 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.64 | $7.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.48 | $8.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.13 | $0.97 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.78 | $0.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.84 | $1.30 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Colt, LA
Afternoon in Colt on Thursday
Local time
2:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
26m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Abita Springs, LA to Colt, LA covers 20.3 miles and takes about 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Florida Republic Parkway, State Highway 59, Northshore Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.2 miles from Abita Springs, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.07 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 26m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.8 miles (I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Abita Springs, LA to Colt, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park.
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