Origin
Colt, LA
Evening in Colt on Thursday
Local time
6:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Colt, LA to Sun, LA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
46m
Distance
31.9 mi
51 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Colt, LA
Ivanna Di Lorenzo
Trip Overview
The drive from Colt, LA to Sun, LA covers 31.9 miles and takes about 46m 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, Highway 434, Highway 3241 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 5.6 miles on West Florida Republic Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.82 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 31.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 46m highway drive covering 31.9 miles, with most of the trip on West Florida Republic Parkway and Highway 434. The longest continuous stretch is about 5.6 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 15 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 5.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West Florida Republic Parkway and Highway 434. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Colt, LA to Sun, LA is easy. At 46m with 65% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 7.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway
Merge onto I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining
8
7.3 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward LA 434: Lacombe, Saint Tammany
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 74
Toward LA 434: Lacombe, Saint Tammany
4
7.8 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
LA 434 / Highway 434
Turn right onto LA 434 / Highway 434
Navigation decision point
4
13.3 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
LA 36 / Hickory Highway
At end of road, turn right onto LA 36 / Hickory Highway
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Colt, LA to Sun, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Tammany along the way.
Saint Tammany
7.3 mi in
|
~9m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Florida Republic Parkway | 5.6 mi | 5m |
| Highway 434 | 5.6 mi | 9m |
| Highway 3241 | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| Highway 21 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| State Route 36 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Hickory Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Northshore Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Highway 41 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Florida Republic Parkway
— 5.6 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colt, LA and Sun, LA.
1
Start on US 190
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Gause Boulevard West
2
Turn left onto Northshore Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Northshore Boulevard
3
Continue on Airport Road
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Airport Road
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
5
Merge onto I 12
5.6 mi
·
5 min
·
West Florida Republic Parkway
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 74
Toward LA 434: Lacombe, Saint Tammany
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn right onto LA 434
5.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Highway 434
8
At end of road, turn right onto LA 36
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Hickory Highway
9
Continue on LA 36
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 36
10
Turn left
8.1 mi
·
12 min
11
Continue on LA 3241
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Highway 3241
12
Continue on LA 41
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
Highway 41
13
Continue on LA 21
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Highway 21
14
Continue on LA 21
317 ft
·
9 sec
·
Highway 21
15
Arrive at destination
LA 21
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16 mi from Colt, LA · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 31.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16 miles from Colt, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sun, LA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Sun, LA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.82 one way
$9.64 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.29 | $10.58 |
| premium | $4.56 | $5.73 | $11.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.04 | $14.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.35 | $1.53 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.79 | $1.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.47 | $2.04 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Sun, LA
Evening in Sun on Thursday
Local time
6:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°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
46m 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 Colt, LA to Sun, LA covers 31.9 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Florida Republic Parkway, Highway 434, Highway 3241. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16 miles from Colt, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.82 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.
The drive from Colt, LA to Sun, LA is easy. At 46m with 65% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 7.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Colt, LA to Sun, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Tammany along the way.
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