Origin
Jefferson, LA
Morning in Jefferson on Wednesday
Local time
10:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jefferson, LA to Laplace, LA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
37m
Distance
25 mi
40 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jefferson, LA
Perry Z
Laplace, LA
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Trip Overview
This quick 25-mile drive from Jefferson, LA, to Laplace, LA, is easily manageable within a single day, taking about 37 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-10, with some segments on US-51 and Causeway Boulevard, this route is heavily highway-focused, with 85% of the journey on faster roads. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $4, it's an economical trip. Since there are no recommended stops and the drive is short, you'll have plenty of flexibility in your schedule. This journey stays within the Southeast region, offering a convenient connection between two points in Louisiana.
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
12.5 miles from Jefferson, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-centric experience for this 25-mile trip, with 85% of your drive on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 18.2 miles on I-10, so be prepared for sustained highway speeds. While the profile is generally highway-focused, you will transition between I-10, US-51, and Causeway Boulevard, offering some variation in the road environment. The overall feel is one of efficient travel between these two Louisiana locations.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 18.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and US 51. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Lurline Drive.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 25 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (Lurline Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Berwick Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Andover Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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Lurline Drive
Turn left onto Lurline Drive
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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Berwick Street
Turn right onto Berwick Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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Andover Street
Turn left onto Andover Street
Navigation decision point
7
2.3 mi into trip
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~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
6
21.6 mi into trip
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~31m in
Take the exit toward US 51: LaPlace, Hammond
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 209
Toward US 51: LaPlace, Hammond
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Jefferson, LA and Laplace, LA, road signs point toward Baton Rouge and Hammond.
Baton Rouge
2.2 mi in
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~5m
Hammond
21.6 mi in
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~31m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 18.2 mi | 22m |
| US 51 | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Causeway Boulevard | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Andover Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Claiborne Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Berwick Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Lurline Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Madelon Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 18.2 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jefferson, LA and Laplace, LA.
1
Start on Madelon Street
175 ft
·
12 sec
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Madelon Street
2
Turn left onto Lurline Drive
214 ft
·
11 sec
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Lurline Drive
3
Turn right onto Berwick Street
283 ft
·
14 sec
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Berwick Street
4
Turn right onto Claiborne Drive
291 ft
·
17 sec
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Claiborne Drive
5
Turn left onto Andover Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
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Andover Street
6
At end of road, turn right onto LA 3046
1.9 mi
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3 min
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Causeway Boulevard
7
Take the exit
425 ft
·
12 sec
Toward I 10 East, I 10 West: New Orleans, Baton Rouge
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
Use the slight left lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
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1 min
10
Merge onto I 10
18 mi
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22 min
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I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 209
Toward US 51: LaPlace, Hammond
12
Turn left onto US 51
3.1 mi
·
5 min
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US 51
13
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given this route's short 37-minute duration and 25-mile length, you have the luxury of flexibility. There are no recommended stops, so consider departing whenever it suits your schedule. The fuel cost is a low $4, making it an inexpensive journey. Keep an eye on traffic conditions, especially on I-10, as it's the primary artery for this drive. Since the longest stretch is over 18 miles on I-10, ensure you have adequate fuel before entering that segment, as services might be less frequent than on local roads.
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 12.5 miles from Jefferson, LA, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.2 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 25 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.5 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Laplace, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jefferson, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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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 Jefferson, LA
This is one driving day of about 25 miles and 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jefferson, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 18.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.5 mi from Jefferson, LA · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.5 miles from Jefferson, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Laplace, LA
The final approach into Laplace, 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 Laplace, 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
$3.78 one way
$7.55 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.14 | $8.29 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.49 | $8.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.52 | $11.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.19 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Laplace, LA
Morning in Laplace on Wednesday
Local time
10:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
5 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
37m 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 Jefferson, LA to Laplace, LA covers 25 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, US 51, Causeway 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 12.5 miles from Jefferson, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.78 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 25 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (Lurline Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Berwick Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Andover Street): Navigation decision point.
Between Jefferson, LA and Laplace, LA, road signs point toward Baton Rouge and Hammond.
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