Drive Time
28m
Distance
18.3 mi
29 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Photo: Israyosoy S.
The drive from Boutte, LA to Marrero, LA covers 18.3 miles and takes about 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 90, Westbank Expressway, Barataria Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 12.6 miles on US 90. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.80 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
9.1 miles from Boutte, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
This is a 28m highway drive covering 18.3 miles, with most of the trip on US 90 and Westbank Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 12.6 miles on US 90.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 90 and Westbank Expressway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 90.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 28m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 90): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.7 miles (US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 16.7 miles (US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto US 90
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway toward US 90 Business
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Keep slight left at fork onto US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway toward US 90 Business East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward LA 45: Barataria Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 90 | 12.6 mi | 20m |
| Westbank Expressway | 5 mi | 7m |
| Barataria Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Paul Maillard Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Boutte, LA and Marrero, LA.
Start on LA 52
Turn left onto US 90
Take the exit onto US 90 BUS
Keep slight left at fork onto US 90 BUS
Take the exit
Turn straight onto Westbank Expressway
Turn left onto LA 45
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 18.3 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.1 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marrero, LA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Boutte, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Boutte, LA
This is one driving day of about 18.3 miles and 28m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.1 mi from Boutte, LA · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 18.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 9.1 miles from Boutte, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Marrero, LA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Marrero, LA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$2.80 one way
$5.60 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $3.07 | $6.14 |
| premium | $4.61 | $3.32 | $6.64 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.07 | $8.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.92 | $0.88 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.60 | $0.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.56 | $1.17 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Afternoon in Boutte on Saturday
Local time
4:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Afternoon in Marrero on Saturday
Local time
4:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
69°F
Metairie Terrace, LA
9 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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