Trip from Jonesboro, LA to Marrero, LA

Drive Time

4h 39m

Distance

277.1 mi

Route Type

Turn-heavy local drive

Long day trip

Trip Overview

The drive from Jonesboro, LA to Marrero, LA covers 277.1 miles and takes about 4h 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Chatham Highway, South Hudson Avenue, Winnfield Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.64 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

138.6 miles from Jonesboro, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day.

Drive Character

Expect a 4h 39m drive with frequent turns across 277.1 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Chatham Highway is one of the defining roads on this drive.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Chatham Highway	0 mi	0m
South Hudson Avenue	0 mi	0m
Winnfield Highway	0 mi	0m
East Lafayette Street	0 mi	0m
I 49 South	0 mi	0m
Martin Luther King	0 mi	0m
US 190	0 mi	0m
US 190 East	0 mi	0m

Longest stretch: Chatham Highway — 0 mi, about 0m

Step-by-Step Directions

1

Start on Allen Avenue

2

Turn left onto Chatham Highway

3

Turn right onto South Hudson Avenue

4

At the end of the road, turn right onto South Hudson Avenue

5

Continue on Winnfield Highway

6

Continue on East Lafayette Street

7

Keep slight left to continue on I 49 South, US 167 South: Opelousas

8

Merge slight left onto Martin Luther King, Jr Highway

9

Take the exit slight right toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas

10

Keep slight left to continue on US 190 East: Baton Rouge

11

Merge slight right

12

Keep slight right

13

Turn left onto I 10 East: Baton Rouge

14

Merge slight left

15

Keep slight right to continue on Pontchartrain Expressway

16

Keep slight left to continue on Pontchartrain Expressway

17

Continue on Crescent City Connection

18

Continue on Westbank Expressway

19

Take the exit slight right toward LA 45: Barataria Boulevard

20

Turn straight onto Westbank Expressway

21

Turn right onto Barataria Boulevard

22

Arrive at your destination

When to Leave

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 138.6 miles from Jonesboro, LA.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Drive Plan

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 138.6 miles

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Last hour of driving

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marrero, LA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

+

Open the route before leaving Jonesboro, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.

+

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

+

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Stops Along the Way

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 138.6 mi from Jonesboro, LA

First break window

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Halfway reset

Meal break

The midpoint is around 138.6 miles from Jonesboro, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions for the drive, so the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
regular	$3.45	$37.64	$75.28
midgrade	$3.85	$42.00	$84.00
premium	$4.15	$45.27	$90.55
diesel	$3.75	$40.91	$81.82

Based on 25.4 MPG average. Estimated CO2 emission: 97 kg one way.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Jonesboro, LA to Marrero, LA covers 277.1 miles and takes about 4h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Chatham Highway, South Hudson Avenue, Winnfield Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 138.6 miles from Jonesboro, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.64 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

More trips to Marrero, LA

Addis, LA to Marrero, LA

90.8 mi 1h 44m