Origin
Denham Springs, LA
Afternoon in Denham Springs on Wednesday
Local time
4:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Denham Springs, LA to Hammond, LA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
41m
Distance
33.3 mi
54 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Denham Springs, LA
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Hammond, LA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Denham Springs and Hammond, this 33.3-mile trip is a quick and straightforward journey through Southeast Louisiana. Lasting approximately 41 minutes, the route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning there is no need to worry about overnight logistics. You will navigate primarily via local streets like Centerville Street Northwest, North Range Avenue, and Corporal Shawn Kelly Memorial Boulevard. With a modest fuel cost of about $5, the trip is very budget-friendly for a short commute. Since both cities are located within the same region, you can expect a familiar landscape throughout your travel. Ultimately, this is a practical, no-fuss drive that serves as an efficient connection between these two hubs.
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
16.7 miles from Denham Springs, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than drifting on a monotonous interstate. Because this route utilizes 0% highway travel, you will spend the entire 41-minute duration navigating through local streets and intersections. The path requires your full attention as you transition between Centerville Street Northwest and North Range Avenue. Without any long, uninterrupted stretches of highway, the character of the road remains consistent in its stop-and-go nature. You should prepare for a steady, technical drive that moves through the heart of the local road network rather than bypassing it.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Centerville Street Northwest 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 Denham Springs, LA to Hammond, LA is easy. At 41m 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 Denham Springs, LA to Hammond, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Centerville Street Northwest | — | — |
| North Range Avenue | — | — |
| Corporal Shawn Kelly Memorial Boulevard | — | — |
| South Range Avenue | — | — |
| I 12 East | — | — |
| West Florida Republic Parkway | — | — |
| US 51 | — | — |
| Veterans Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Centerville Street Northwest
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Denham Springs, LA and Hammond, LA.
1
Start on Benton Street
230 ft
·
19 sec
·
Benton Street
2
Turn left onto Centerville Street Northwest
305 ft
·
13 sec
·
Centerville Street Northwest
3
Turn right onto North Range Avenue
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
North Range Avenue
4
Continue on Corporal Shawn Kelly Memorial Boulevard
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Corporal Shawn Kelly Memorial Boulevard
5
Continue on South Range Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
South Range Avenue
6
Turn left onto I 12 East: Hammond
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
I 12 East: Hammond
7
Merge slight left onto West Florida Republic Parkway
29 mi
·
31 min
·
West Florida Republic Parkway
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 51 Business: Hammond, Ponchatoula
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
US 51 Business: Hammond, Ponchatoula
9
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Veterans Avenue
282 ft
·
5 sec
·
Veterans Avenue
10
Exit the roundabout onto Veterans Avenue
394 ft
·
7 sec
·
Veterans Avenue
11
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Southwest Railroad Avenue
141 ft
·
3 sec
·
Southwest Railroad Avenue
12
Exit the roundabout onto Southwest Railroad Avenue
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Southwest Railroad Avenue
13
Turn left onto West Charles Street
407 ft
·
18 sec
·
West Charles Street
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 33.3-mile trek, you have the advantage of total flexibility in your departure time. You can easily complete the entire drive in under an hour without needing to schedule formal stops for rest or refueling. Given the turn-heavy nature of these local roads, keep a close eye on your GPS to ensure you stay on the correct streets like Corporal Shawn Kelly Memorial Boulevard. Budgeting $5 for fuel should be more than sufficient for this distance, allowing you to focus on the road ahead. Use the simplicity of this short drive to your benefit by keeping your itinerary loose and stress-free.
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 16.7 miles from Denham Springs, LA, or about 20m 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 33 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.7 miles or 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hammond, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Denham Springs, LA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Denham Springs, LA
This is one driving day of about 33.3 miles and 41m.
At 33.3 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.7 mi from Denham Springs, LA · 20m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.7 miles from Denham Springs, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hammond, LA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Hammond, 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
$5.03 one way
$10.06 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.52 | $11.04 |
| premium | $4.56 | $5.98 | $11.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.35 | $14.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
| Efficient EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.91 | $1.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Hammond, LA
Afternoon in Hammond on Wednesday
Local time
4:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°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
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
41m 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 Denham Springs, LA to Hammond, LA covers 33.3 miles and takes about 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Centerville Street Northwest, North Range Avenue, Corporal Shawn Kelly Memorial Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.7 miles from Denham Springs, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.03 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 Denham Springs, LA to Hammond, LA is easy. At 41m 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 Denham Springs, LA to Hammond, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Denham Springs, LA to Hammond, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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