Origin
Gretna, LA
Evening in Gretna on Wednesday
Local time
8:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gretna, LA to Houma, LA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
52.9 mi
85 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gretna, LA
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Houma, LA
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Trip Overview
This 52.9-mile journey from Gretna, LA to Houma, LA is a quick one-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Primarily using US 90 and LA 182, this drive is almost entirely on highways, making it a straightforward transit. With a modest fuel cost of around $8, it’s an economical option for a short excursion. The route stays within the Southeast region of Louisiana, offering a consistent feel throughout. Consider this a convenient option when you need to get from Point A to Point B efficiently.
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
26.5 miles from Gretna, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for 96% of this 52.9-mile route. You'll spend most of your time on US 90, which forms the longest uninterrupted stretch of 27.2 miles. While the Westbank Expressway and LA 182 offer some variation, the overall character is one of steady progress on well-maintained roadways. This isn't a winding, scenic byway, but rather a direct path designed for efficient travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 27.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 90 and Westbank Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near LA 23 / Westbank Expressway.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.9 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.2 miles (LA 23 / Westbank Expressway): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles (US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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LA 23 / Westbank Expressway
At end of road, turn right onto LA 23 / Westbank Expressway
Navigation decision point
5
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway
Merge onto US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
7.8 mi into trip
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~10m in
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US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway toward US 90 West: Boutte, Raceland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 90 West: Boutte, Raceland
5
44.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward LA 182: Houma
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 210
Toward LA 182: Houma
6
44.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Keep slight left at fork toward LA 182 West: Houma
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward LA 182 West: Houma
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Gretna, LA to Houma, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Raceland along the way.
Raceland
7.8 mi in
|
~10m
|
via US 90 BUS
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 90 | 27.2 mi | 37m |
| Westbank Expressway | 16.5 mi | 23m |
| LA 182 | 6.9 mi | 9m |
| New Orleans Boulevard | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Barrow Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Park Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Richard Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 11th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 90
— 27.2 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gretna, LA and Houma, LA.
1
Start on Richard Street
171 ft
·
12 sec
·
Richard Street
2
Turn left onto 11th Street
65 ft
·
4 sec
·
11th Street
3
Turn right
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
4
At end of road, turn right onto LA 23
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Westbank Expressway
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 90 Business West
6
Merge onto US 90 BUS
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Westbank Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90 BUS
9.1 mi
·
13 min
·
Westbank Expressway
Toward US 90 West: Boutte, Raceland
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 90
11 mi
·
17 min
·
US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on US 90
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on US 90
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on US 90
15 mi
·
18 min
·
US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 210
Toward LA 182: Houma
13
Keep slight left at fork
490 ft
·
15 sec
Toward LA 182 West: Houma
14
Turn left
204 ft
·
5 sec
Toward LA 182 West: Houma
15
Continue on LA 182
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
LA 182
16
Enter roundabout onto LA 182
145 ft
·
2 sec
·
New Orleans Boulevard
17
Continue on LA 182
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
New Orleans Boulevard
18
Turn right onto LA 24; LA 182
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Park Avenue
19
Turn left onto LA 182
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Barrow Street
20
Turn right onto School Street
47 ft
·
2 sec
·
School Street
21
Arrive at destination
School Street
Trip Plan
Given its short duration of just over an hour, this route offers plenty of flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, as there's no need to split the drive. With a fuel cost estimated at $8, keeping your tank topped up is easy. The longest stretch without a break is 27.2 miles on US 90, so plan for a quick stop before or after that if you prefer. Since it's a straightforward highway drive, focus on staying aware of your surroundings and enjoying the direct path to Houma.
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 26.5 miles from Gretna, LA, or about 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.2 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 12 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.5 miles or 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Houma, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Gretna, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Gretna, LA
This is one driving day of about 52.9 miles and 1h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Gretna, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 90 for about 27.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.5 mi from Gretna, LA · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.5 miles from Gretna, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Houma, LA
The final approach into Houma, 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
$7.99 one way
$15.98 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.77 | $17.54 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.49 | $18.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.68 | $23.36 |
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: 18.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.55 | $2.54 |
| Efficient EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.63 | $2.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.41 | $3.39 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Houma, LA
Evening in Houma on Wednesday
Local time
8:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
14 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 15m 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 Gretna, LA to Houma, LA covers 52.9 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 90, Westbank Expressway, LA 182. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.5 miles from Gretna, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.99 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.9 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (LA 23 / Westbank Expressway): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles (US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Gretna, LA to Houma, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Raceland along the way.
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