Origin
Crowley, LA
Afternoon in Crowley on Sunday
Local time
2:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Crowley, LA to Marrero, LA
Drive Time
2h 44m
Distance
158.5 mi
255 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
Crowley, LA
Maria Mercedes Tirigall
Marrero, LA
Israyosoy S.
Trip Overview
Traveling from Crowley to Marrero covers 158.5 miles of Southeast Louisiana, a journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 44 minutes. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straightforward highway sprint, you should plan for a full day of travel. Budgeting roughly $22 for fuel will cover your transit across the region. While it is certainly feasible as a single-day trip, the nature of the local roads means you will spend more time navigating turns than cruising on open pavement. It is a practical, manageable route if you prefer local scenery over the pace of a major interstate.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
79.3 miles from Crowley, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a unique experience behind the wheel, as this route is defined by local roads like West Hutchinson Avenue, Northwest Court Circle, and East Hutchinson Avenue. With a 0% highway share, you will not find any monotonous interstate stretches here. The road is technical and turn-heavy, meaning you will need to stay focused throughout the entire 158.5-mile journey. Since the longest stretch on any single road is 0 miles, you should prepare for frequent transitions and a driving pace that keeps you engaged. This is a drive where the personality of the local landscape dictates your speed and concentration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Hutchinson Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Crowley, LA to Marrero, LA is easy. At 2h 44m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Crowley, LA to Marrero, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Hutchinson Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Northwest Court Circle | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Hutchinson Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Crowley Rayne Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Tower Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pontchartrain Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Crescent City Connection | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Westbank Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Hutchinson Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crowley, LA and Marrero, LA.
1
Start on West Hutchinson Avenue
72 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Hutchinson Avenue
2
Continue on West Hutchinson Avenue
276 ft
·
16 sec
·
West Hutchinson Avenue
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Northwest Court Circle
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Northwest Court Circle
4
Turn right onto East Hutchinson Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Hutchinson Avenue
5
Continue on Crowley Rayne Highway
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Crowley Rayne Highway
6
Turn left onto Tower Road
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Tower Road
7
Take the ramp slight right
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
8
Merge slight left
148 mi
·
2 hr 47 min
9
Keep slight right to continue on Pontchartrain Expressway
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Pontchartrain Expressway
10
Keep slight left to continue on Pontchartrain Expressway
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Pontchartrain Expressway
11
Continue on Crescent City Connection
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Crescent City Connection
12
Continue on Westbank Expressway
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Westbank Expressway
13
Take the exit slight right toward LA 45: Barataria Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
LA 45: Barataria Boulevard
14
Turn straight onto Westbank Expressway
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Westbank Expressway
15
Turn right onto Barataria Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Barataria Boulevard
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 2 hour and 44 minute trek, consider planning for at least one stop to break up the navigation through the various local turns. Since the entire route consists of local roads, leaving early in the day allows you to handle the heavy turning with better visibility and less stress. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, keeping that $22 budget in mind as you navigate through the Southeast region. Because the route lacks long highway stretches, your travel time can fluctuate depending on local traffic patterns. Prioritize patience on these winding local segments, as the lack of long, uninterrupted stretches means you will be consistently active behind the wheel.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 79.3 miles from Crowley, LA, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.3 miles or 1h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marrero, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Crowley, 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 Crowley, LA
This is one driving day of about 158.5 miles and 2h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Crowley, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 79.3 mi from Crowley, LA · 1h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
79 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 79.3 miles from Crowley, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Marrero, LA
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.23 one way
$48.46 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $26.58 | $53.15 |
| premium | $4.61 | $28.77 | $57.53 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $35.21 | $70.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.6 | 0 | $16.64 | $7.61 |
| Efficient EV | 39.6 | 0 | $13.87 | $6.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63.4 | 0 | $22.19 | $10.14 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (65% 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
Marrero, LA
Afternoon in Marrero on Sunday
Local time
2:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 44m 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 Crowley, LA to Marrero, LA covers 158.5 miles and takes about 2h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Hutchinson Avenue, Northwest Court Circle, East Hutchinson Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 79.3 miles from Crowley, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.23 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Crowley, LA to Marrero, LA is easy. At 2h 44m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Crowley, LA to Marrero, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Crowley, LA to Marrero, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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