Origin
Golden Meadow, LA
Night in Golden Meadow on Wednesday
Local time
11:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Golden Meadow, LA to Thibodaux Junction, LA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
50.8 mi
82 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Golden Meadow, LA
Simon Berger
Thibodaux Junction, LA
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Golden Meadow, LA to Thibodaux Junction, LA covers 50.8 miles and takes about 1h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on LA 308, South Alex Plaisance Boulevard, Highway 1 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.9 miles on LA 308. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.67 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
25.4 miles from Golden Meadow, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 13m highway drive covering 50.8 miles, with most of the trip on LA 308 and South Alex Plaisance Boulevard. The longest continuous stretch is about 19.9 miles on LA 308.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
LA 308 is the longest continuous segment at about 19.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on LA 308 and South Alex Plaisance Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Saint Louis Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 13m drive. You will face about 8 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 (Saint Louis Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (LA 3235 / South Alex Plaisance Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 14.9 miles (LA 657): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Saint Louis Street
Turn right onto Saint Louis Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
LA 3235 / South Alex Plaisance Boulevard
Turn right onto LA 3235 / South Alex Plaisance Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
14.9 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
LA 657
Turn right onto LA 657
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
47.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
LA 648 / Percy Brown Road
Turn left onto LA 648 / Percy Brown Road
Navigation decision point
5
49.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
Acadia Road
Enter roundabout onto Acadia Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| LA 308 | 19.9 mi | 27m |
| South Alex Plaisance Boulevard | 14.7 mi | 17m |
| Highway 1 | 12.4 mi | 17m |
| Percy Brown Road | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Acadia Road | 1.3 mi | 4m |
| LA 657 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Acadia Woods Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Saint Louis Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
LA 308
— 19.9 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Golden Meadow, LA and Thibodaux Junction, LA.
1
Start on LA 1
104 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Bayou Drive
2
Turn right onto Saint Louis Street
0.2 mi
·
57 sec
·
Saint Louis Street
3
Turn right onto LA 3235
15 mi
·
17 min
·
South Alex Plaisance Boulevard
4
Turn right onto LA 657
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
LA 657
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on LA 308
17 mi
·
23 min
·
LA 308
6
Continue on LA 308
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
LA 308
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn left
313 ft
·
22 sec
8
Turn right onto LA 1
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Highway 1
9
Turn left onto LA 648
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Percy Brown Road
10
Turn left onto South Acadia Road
454 ft
·
12 sec
·
South Acadia Road
11
Continue on Acadia Woods Drive
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Acadia Woods Drive
12
Enter roundabout onto Acadia Road
184 ft
·
8 sec
·
Acadia Road
13
Continue on Acadia Road
1.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Acadia Road
14
Arrive at destination
Acadia Road
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 25.4 miles from Golden Meadow, LA, or about 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.9 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 11 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.4 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Thibodaux Junction, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Golden Meadow, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Golden Meadow, LA
This is one driving day of about 50.8 miles and 1h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 11 miles from Golden Meadow, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on LA 308 for about 19.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.4 mi from Golden Meadow, LA · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.4 miles from Golden Meadow, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Thibodaux Junction, LA
The final approach into Thibodaux Junction, LA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.67 one way
$15.34 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.42 | $16.84 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.12 | $18.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.22 | $22.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.33 | $2.44 |
| Efficient EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.44 | $2.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.11 | $3.25 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Thibodaux Junction, LA
Night in Thibodaux Junction on Wednesday
Local time
11:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°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 13m 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 Golden Meadow, LA to Thibodaux Junction, LA covers 50.8 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are LA 308, South Alex Plaisance Boulevard, Highway 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.4 miles from Golden Meadow, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.67 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 1h 13m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Saint Louis Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (LA 3235 / South Alex Plaisance Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 14.9 miles (LA 657): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Golden Meadow, LA to Thibodaux Junction, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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