Origin
Hammond, LA
Afternoon in Hammond on Sunday
Local time
4:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hammond, LA to Donaldsonville, LA
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
62.8 mi
101 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
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 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hammond, LA
RDNE Stock project
Donaldsonville, LA
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
Connecting Hammond to Donaldsonville, this 62.8-mile journey through Southeast Louisiana is an ideal day trip that takes approximately 1 hour and 21 minutes to complete. You will navigate via North Oak Street, I-12 West, and the West Florida Republic Parkway to bridge the gap between these two locations. Budgeting roughly $9 for fuel makes this an incredibly economical excursion, perfect for a quick change of scenery. Because the total duration is quite short, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay unless your schedule requires it. This route keeps you within the Southeast region, offering a straightforward path between the two points without the complexity of a multi-day haul.
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
31.4 miles from Hammond, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local-focused driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. With a 0% highway share, you will spend your time navigating local thoroughfares that demand your full attention. The longest stretch you will encounter is 0 miles on North Oak Street, indicating that this route keeps you shifting and turning throughout the entire journey. This isn't a drive where you can put the car on cruise control; instead, you get a hands-on feel for the regional roads. Prepare for a more technical drive that requires steady focus as you transition between these local arteries.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Oak Street 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 Hammond, LA to Donaldsonville, LA is easy. At 1h 21m 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 Hammond, LA to Donaldsonville, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Oak Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 12 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Florida Republic Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| LA 447 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Walker South Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| LA 16 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 16 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| LA 42 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Oak Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hammond, LA and Donaldsonville, LA.
1
Start on West Charles Street
95 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Charles Street
2
Turn right onto North Oak Street
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
North Oak Street
3
Continue straight
1.3 mi
·
2 min
4
Turn right onto I 12 West: Baton Rouge
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
I 12 West: Baton Rouge
5
Merge slight left onto West Florida Republic Parkway
24 mi
·
25 min
·
West Florida Republic Parkway
6
Take the exit slight right toward LA 447: Walker
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
LA 447: Walker
7
Keep slight left to continue on LA 447: Walker
436 ft
·
11 sec
·
LA 447: Walker
8
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Walker South Road
243 ft
·
4 sec
·
Walker South Road
9
Exit the roundabout onto Walker South Road
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Walker South Road
10
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Walker South Road
135 ft
·
2 sec
·
Walker South Road
11
Exit the roundabout onto Walker South Road
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Walker South Road
12
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward LA 16
180 ft
·
3 sec
·
LA 16
13
Exit the roundabout onto LA 16
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
LA 16
14
Continue on La Highway 16
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
La Highway 16
15
Continue on LA 16
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
LA 16
16
Turn right onto LA 42
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
LA 42
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
141 ft
·
5 sec
·
the route
18
Exit the roundabout
1.5 mi
·
2 min
19
Turn right
2.3 mi
·
3 min
20
Continue straight
5.4 mi
·
7 min
21
Turn left onto Airline Highway
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Airline Highway
22
Turn right onto Main Street
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
23
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Crawford Leblanc Boulevard
207 ft
·
12 sec
·
Crawford Leblanc Boulevard
24
Exit the roundabout onto Crawford Leblanc Boulevard
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Crawford Leblanc Boulevard
25
Turn straight
5.2 mi
·
6 min
26
Keep slight right to continue on LA 3009: Donaldsonville
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
LA 3009: Donaldsonville
27
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 1 hour and 21-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility when it comes to departure times. You can easily head out in the morning and reach your destination with time to spare for your activities. Because the entire route is comprised of local roads, keep an eye on your navigation to handle the frequent turns efficiently. Given the $9 estimated fuel cost, make sure your tank is topped off before leaving Hammond to avoid unnecessary stops along the way. Use the lack of a long, uninterrupted highway stretch to your advantage by planning your pace around local traffic patterns and avoiding peak commuting hours if you prefer a quieter drive.
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 31.4 miles from Hammond, LA, or about 40m 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 62.8 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.4 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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Donaldsonville, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hammond, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hammond, LA
This is one driving day of about 62.8 miles and 1h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hammond, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.4 mi from Hammond, LA · 40m into the drive
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 62.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.4 miles from Hammond, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Donaldsonville, LA
The final approach into Donaldsonville, LA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Donaldsonville, LA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.60 one way
$19.20 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $10.53 | $21.06 |
| premium | $4.61 | $11.40 | $22.80 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.95 | $27.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
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
Donaldsonville, LA
Afternoon in Donaldsonville on Sunday
Local time
4:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
84°F
Central, LA
31 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
19 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
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Hammond, LA to Donaldsonville, LA covers 62.8 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Oak Street, I 12 West, West Florida Republic Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.4 miles from Hammond, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.60 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 Hammond, LA to Donaldsonville, LA is easy. At 1h 21m 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 Hammond, LA to Donaldsonville, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hammond, LA to Donaldsonville, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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