Origin
Folsom, LA
Afternoon in Folsom on Thursday
Local time
4:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Folsom, LA to Colt, LA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
45m
Distance
34.7 mi
56 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good 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 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
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 Folsom, LA to Colt, LA covers 34.7 miles and takes about 45m 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 25, Collins Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.2 miles on West Florida Republic Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.24 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 34.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 45m highway drive covering 34.7 miles, with most of the trip on West Florida Republic Parkway and Highway 25. The longest continuous stretch is about 17.2 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 9 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 17.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West Florida Republic Parkway and Highway 25. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near LA 25; LA 40 / Highway 25.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 45m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 25; LA 40 / Highway 25): Navigation decision point; at 15.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles (I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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LA 25; LA 40 / Highway 25
Turn left onto LA 25; LA 40 / Highway 25
Navigation decision point
6
15.8 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward I 12 East: Slidell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 12 East: Slidell
5
16 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway
Merge onto I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
33.2 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward Airport Drive, North Shore Boulevard
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 80
Toward Airport Drive, North Shore Boulevard
4
33.6 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
Northshore Boulevard
Turn right onto Northshore Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Florida Republic Parkway | 17.2 mi | 18m |
| Highway 25 | 10.3 mi | 15m |
| Collins Boulevard | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| Northshore Boulevard | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Gause Boulevard West | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Cleveland Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Florida Republic Parkway
— 17.2 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Folsom, LA and Colt, LA.
1
Start on LA 40
120 ft
·
7 sec
·
Cleveland Street
2
Turn left onto LA 25; LA 40
10 mi
·
15 min
·
Highway 25
3
Continue on US 190
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Collins Boulevard
Use the right lane.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 12 East: Slidell
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 12
17 mi
·
18 min
·
West Florida Republic Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 80
Toward Airport Drive, North Shore Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn right onto Northshore Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
Northshore Boulevard
8
At end of road, turn right onto US 190
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
Gause Boulevard West
9
Arrive at destination
US 190
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.3 mi from Folsom, LA · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.3 miles from Folsom, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Colt, LA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Colt, 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
$5.24 one way
$10.48 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.75 | $11.51 |
| premium | $4.56 | $6.23 | $12.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.66 | $15.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 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 | 10.4 | 0 | $3.64 | $1.67 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.04 | $1.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.86 | $2.22 |
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
Colt, LA
Afternoon in Colt on Thursday
Local time
4:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Covington, LA
17 mi in
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
32 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
45m 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 Folsom, LA to Colt, LA covers 34.7 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Florida Republic Parkway, Highway 25, Collins Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.3 miles from Folsom, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.24 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.
This is a straightforward 45m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 25; LA 40 / Highway 25): Navigation decision point; at 15.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles (I 12 / West Florida Republic Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Folsom, LA to Colt, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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