Origin
Jefferson, LA
Morning in Jefferson on Wednesday
Local time
6:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jefferson, LA to Marrero, LA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
18m
Distance
9.5 mi
15 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
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6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jefferson, LA
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Marrero, LA
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Trip Overview
This short 9.5-mile drive from Jefferson to Marrero, Louisiana, takes about 18 minutes, making it a perfect local excursion. You'll primarily navigate through familiar streets like 4th Street and Jefferson Highway, with a small portion on US 90. With a minimal fuel cost of around $1, this trip is incredibly budget-friendly. Since it's so brief and doesn't require an overnight stay, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule. The route stays within the Southeast region of Louisiana, offering a glimpse into the local landscape without extensive travel.
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
4.7 miles from Jefferson, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with only 17% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 3 miles along 4th Street, so be prepared for frequent turns and changes in speed. This isn't a high-speed highway cruise; rather, it's a drive that keeps you engaged with the local environment. The road will feel like a series of connected neighborhoods and main arteries rather than a singular, expansive highway.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
4th Street is the longest continuous segment at about 3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Labarre Place.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 18m 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 (Labarre Place): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 90 / Jefferson Highway): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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
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~0m in
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Labarre Place
Turn right onto Labarre Place
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 90 / Jefferson Highway
At end of road, turn right onto US 90 / Jefferson Highway
Navigation decision point
5
3.7 mi into trip
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~7m in
Take the exit toward LA 18 East: Bridge City, Westwego
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward LA 18 East: Bridge City, Westwego
6
4.1 mi into trip
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~8m in
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Bridge City Avenue
Turn left onto Bridge City Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
6.5 mi into trip
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~12m in
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LA 18 / 4th Street
Turn left onto LA 18 / 4th Street
Navigation decision point
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 Jefferson, LA to Marrero, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Westwego along the way.
Westwego
3.7 mi in
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~7m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 4th Street | 3 mi | 5m |
| Jefferson Highway | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| US 90 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Bridge City Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Louisiana Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| River Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Labarre Place | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Barataria Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
4th Street
— 3 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jefferson, LA and Marrero, LA.
1
Start on Madelon Street
36 ft
·
3 sec
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Madelon Street
2
Turn right onto Labarre Place
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Labarre Place
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 90
1.9 mi
·
3 min
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Jefferson Highway
4
Turn left onto US 90
1.6 mi
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2 min
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US 90
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward LA 18 East: Bridge City, Westwego
6
Turn left onto Bridge City Avenue
1.3 mi
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2 min
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Bridge City Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Continue on LA 18; LA 541
0.5 mi
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53 sec
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River Road
8
Turn right onto LA 18
0.6 mi
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1 min
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Louisiana Street
9
Turn left onto LA 18
3.0 mi
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5 min
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4th Street
10
At end of road, turn left onto LA 18
178 ft
·
9 sec
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Barataria Boulevard
11
Arrive at destination
LA 18
Trip Plan
Given the short 18-minute duration, there's no need to rush this 9.5-mile trip. You can easily depart at any time of day without needing to split the journey. With a fuel cost estimated at just $1, topping off your tank beforehand is a simple way to ensure a smooth ride. Keep an eye out for the transitions between local streets and the brief highway segment on US 90. Since there are no designated stops, you can be spontaneous with any detours you might consider in the Jefferson or Marrero areas.
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 4.7 miles from Jefferson, LA, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3 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 9.5 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.7 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marrero, 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 9.5 miles and 18m.
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 4th Street for about 3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.7 mi from Jefferson, LA · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 9.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.7 miles from Jefferson, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Marrero, LA
The final approach into Marrero, 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 Marrero, 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
$1.43 one way
$2.87 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $1.57 | $3.15 |
| premium | $4.56 | $1.71 | $3.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.10 | $4.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.00 | $0.46 |
| Efficient EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.83 | $0.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.33 | $0.61 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Marrero, LA
Morning in Marrero on Wednesday
Local time
6:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°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
6 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
18m 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 Marrero, LA covers 9.5 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 4th Street, Jefferson Highway, US 90. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.7 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 $1.43 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 18m 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 (Labarre Place): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 90 / Jefferson Highway): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Jefferson, LA to Marrero, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Westwego along the way.
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