Origin
Inniswold, LA
Afternoon in Inniswold on Saturday
Local time
2:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Inniswold, LA to New Orleans, LA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
74.1 mi
119 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Inniswold, LA
Perry Z
Trip Overview
Inniswold to New Orleans is 74.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 27 minutes via I 10, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused journey connects two points within Louisiana's Southeast region, offering a straightforward path between these two locations. Expect a quick trip primarily on interstates, making it ideal for a single-day excursion. The drive is mostly on well-maintained highways, so you won't need to worry about extensive planning for a multi-day adventure. This route is a practical choice if you're looking for an efficient way to get from Inniswold to New Orleans without significant detours.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 67.5 mi | 1h 16m |
| Pontchartrain Expressway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Bluebonnet Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Access Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Tulane Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Claiborne Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Oliphant Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 67.5 mi, about 1h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Inniswold, LA and New Orleans, LA.
1
Start on Oliphant Road
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Oliphant Road
2
Turn right onto Bluebonnet Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Bluebonnet Boulevard
3
Turn left onto East Access Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Access Road
Toward 3246: Siegen Marketplace
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 10 East
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
5
Merge onto I 10
67 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Pontchartrain Expressway
Toward New Orleans, Business District
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 234B
Toward Poydras Street, Superdome
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Turn left onto South Claiborne Avenue
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
South Claiborne Avenue
10
Turn right onto Tulane Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Tulane Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
Tulane Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37 miles from Inniswold, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 67.5 miles.
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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 73.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
East Access Road
Turn left onto East Access Road toward 3246: Siegen Marketplace
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward 3246: Siegen Marketplace
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 10 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 10 East
8
69.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway toward New Orleans, Business District
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward New Orleans, Business District
6
72.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
I 10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
73.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward Poydras Street, Superdome
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 234B
Toward Poydras Street, Superdome
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.19 one way
$22.38 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $12.28 | $24.57 |
| premium | $4.56 | $13.30 | $26.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.36 | $32.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.78 | $3.56 |
| Efficient EV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.48 | $2.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.6 | 0 | $10.37 | $4.74 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
New Orleans, LA
Afternoon in New Orleans on Saturday
Local time
2:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Partly Cloudy
S 5 to 10 mph
0% chance
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
6 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 27m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This is largely a highway-focused drive, with 96% of the route utilizing major roadways like I 10 and the Pontchartrain Expressway. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 67.5 miles on I 10, which means consistent speed and minimal traffic interruptions for most of the journey. The drive progresses smoothly, maintaining its highway character for the vast majority of the trip. While Bluebonnet Boulevard is mentioned, the overall feel is one of efficient travel on major arteries. Expect a predictable and direct experience behind the wheel.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 67.5 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Pontchartrain Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near East Access Road.
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 74.1 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.9 miles (East Access Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 69.2 miles (I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Inniswold, LA to New Orleans, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Business District along the way.
Business District
69.2 mi in
|
~1h 20m
|
via I 10
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 74.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 67.5 miles on I 10. 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 New Orleans, 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 0.9 miles (East Access Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 69.2 miles (I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New Orleans, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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