Origin
Curtis, LA
Evening in Curtis on Wednesday
Local time
6:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Curtis, LA to Palmetto, LA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
10m
Distance
7.3 mi
12 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 10m
★
6 AM
0h 11m
8 AM
0h 13m
10 AM
0h 12m
12 PM
0h 11m
3 PM
0h 12m
5 PM
0h 13m
8 PM
0h 10m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Curtis, LA
Abhishek Navlakha
Palmetto, LA
Airam Dato-on
Trip Overview
The drive from Curtis, LA to Palmetto, LA covers 7.3 miles and takes about 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Barksdale Boulevard, Highway 527, Sligo Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4.6 miles on Barksdale Boulevard. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.10 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
3.7 miles from Curtis, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Curtis, LA to Palmetto, LA covers 7.3 miles and takes about 10m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 5 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Barksdale Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 4.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in near LA 527 / Highway 527.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Curtis, LA to Palmetto, LA is easy. At 10m with 34% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 4.8 miles (LA 527 / Highway 527): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
1 of 1 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
4.8 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
LA 527 / Highway 527
Turn left onto LA 527 / Highway 527
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Barksdale Boulevard | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| Highway 527 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Sligo Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Barksdale Boulevard
— 4.6 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Curtis, LA and Palmetto, LA.
1
Start on LA 612
134 ft
·
7 sec
·
Sligo Road
2
Continue on LA 612
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Sligo Road
3
Turn left onto US 71
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Barksdale Boulevard
4
Turn left onto LA 527
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Highway 527
5
Arrive at destination
LA 527
Trip Plan
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 3.7 miles from Curtis, LA, or about 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.6 miles.
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 7 miles or 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.7 miles or 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Palmetto, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Curtis, LA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Curtis, LA
This is one driving day of about 7.3 miles and 10m.
At 7.3 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Barksdale Boulevard for about 4.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.7 mi from Curtis, LA · 5m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.7 miles from Curtis, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Palmetto, LA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Palmetto, 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
$1.10 one way
$2.20 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $1.21 | $2.42 |
| premium | $4.56 | $1.31 | $2.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.61 | $3.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.77 | $0.35 |
| Efficient EV | 1.8 | 0 | $0.64 | $0.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.02 | $0.47 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Destination
Palmetto, LA
Evening in Palmetto on Wednesday
Local time
6:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
10m 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 Curtis, LA to Palmetto, LA covers 7.3 miles and takes about 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Barksdale Boulevard, Highway 527, Sligo Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.7 miles from Curtis, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.10 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 Curtis, LA to Palmetto, LA is easy. At 10m with 34% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 4.8 miles (LA 527 / Highway 527): Navigation decision point.
The route from Curtis, LA to Palmetto, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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