Origin
Donaldsonville, LA
Afternoon in Donaldsonville on Saturday
Local time
2:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Donaldsonville, LA to Hammond, LA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
62.8 mi
101 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Donaldsonville, LA
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Hammond, LA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel between Donaldsonville and Hammond, you are looking at a straightforward 62.8-mile trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 21 minutes. Because this journey is well within the range of a single day, you can easily complete it in one go without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $10 for fuel to cover the distance across these Southeast Louisiana communities. This route is designed for efficiency rather than sightseeing, making it an excellent choice for a direct commute or a quick visit between the two cities. Whether you are traveling for business or local errands, the simplicity of the trip allows for a stress-free experience.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Florida Republic Parkway | 23.7 mi | 25m |
| LA 70 | 10 mi | 12m |
| Walker South | 8.1 mi | 12m |
| LA 431 | 6.9 mi | 9m |
| LA 22 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| LA 931 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Airline Highway | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Division Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
West Florida Republic Parkway
— 23.7 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Donaldsonville, LA and Hammond, LA.
1
Start on LA 1
11 ft
·
2 sec
·
West 10th Street
2
Continue on LA 3089
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Albert Street
3
Continue on LA 3089
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
Marchand Drive
4
Continue on LA 3089
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Division Street
5
Continue on LA 70
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
LA 70
6
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 70
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
LA 70
7
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 70
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
LA 70
8
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 70
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Crawford Leblanc Boulevard
9
Merge onto LA 22
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
LA 22
10
Turn left onto US 61
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Airline Highway
11
Turn right onto LA 431
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
LA 431
12
Continue on LA 931
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
LA 931
13
Turn left onto LA 431
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
LA 431
14
Enter roundabout onto LA 42
17 ft
·
0 sec
·
Oak Grove-Port Vincent Highway
15
Continue on LA 42
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Oak Grove-Port Vincent Highway
16
At end of road, turn left onto LA 16
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
LA 16
17
Continue on LA 16
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
La Highway 16
18
Continue on LA 16
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
LA 16
19
Enter roundabout onto LA 447
38 ft
·
0 sec
·
Walker South
20
Continue on LA 447
8.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Walker South
21
Continue on LA 447
204 ft
·
3 sec
·
Walker South Road
22
Enter roundabout
12 ft
·
0 sec
Toward I 12 East
23
Continue
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 12 East
24
Merge onto I 12
24 mi
·
25 min
·
West Florida Republic Parkway
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 40
Toward US 51 Business: Hammond, Ponchatoula
26
Enter roundabout onto US 51 Business
283 ft
·
4 sec
·
Veterans Avenue
27
Continue on US 51 Business
393 ft
·
7 sec
·
Veterans Avenue
28
Enter roundabout onto US 51 Business
142 ft
·
2 sec
·
Southwest Railroad Avenue
29
Continue on US 51 Business
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Southwest Railroad Avenue
30
Turn left onto West Charles Street
406 ft
·
19 sec
·
West Charles Street
31
Arrive at destination
West Charles Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.4 miles from Donaldsonville, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 26.5 and 61 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
26.5 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
LA 16
At end of road, turn left onto LA 16
Navigation decision point
6
36.5 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Enter roundabout toward I 12 East
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward I 12 East
6
60.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward US 51 Business: Hammond, Ponchatoula
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 40
Toward US 51 Business: Hammond, Ponchatoula
5
60.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue
Enter roundabout onto US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
61 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
US 51 Business / Southwest Railroad Avenue
Enter roundabout onto US 51 Business / Southwest Railroad Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.48 one way
$18.97 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.41 | $20.82 |
| premium | $4.56 | $11.27 | $22.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.87 | $27.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 22 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.59 | $3.01 |
| Efficient EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.79 | $4.02 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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 Saturday
Local time
2:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°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
22 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
1h 21m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive, as 75% of your travel time will be spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate a mix of roads including the West Florida Republic Parkway, LA 70, and Walker South. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the West Florida Republic Parkway, where you will spend 23.7 miles maintaining a consistent pace. Transitioning between these roads provides a shift in scenery, though the overall personality of the drive remains functional and consistent throughout. Behind the wheel, you will find the experience is largely about steady movement rather than winding, technical maneuvers.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.7 mi on West Florida Republic Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West Florida Republic Parkway and LA 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 26.5 miles in near LA 16.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.8 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 26.5 miles (LA 16): Navigation decision point; at 36.5 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 60.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
39 ft
2 ft
Total Climb
46 ft
Total Descent
28 ft
Highest Point
39 ft
~62.8 mi in
Elevation Range
38 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 62.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.7 miles on West Florida Republic Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Hammond, LA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 26.5 miles (LA 16): Navigation decision point; at 36.5 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 60.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hammond, LA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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