Trip from Jonesboro, LA to Marrero, LA

Drive Time

5h 33m

Distance

282.2 mi

454 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$43

one way

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Marrero, LA

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Jonesboro to Marrero covers 277.1 miles and typically requires about 4 hours and 39 minutes of driving time. Because this journey stays entirely within Louisiana, you will remain in the Southeast region for the duration of your trip. Budgeting roughly $38 for fuel should cover your needs for this excursion. Given the manageable timeframe, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. Expect a straightforward trek that connects the northern part of the state down toward the Marrero area.

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

141.1 miles from Jonesboro, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 42m into the drive .

Drive Character

Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route relies on Chatham Highway, South Hudson Avenue, and Winnfield Highway to navigate your path. With a highway share of 0%, you won’t find long, uninterrupted stretches of high-speed pavement; in fact, the longest uninterrupted stretch on Chatham Highway is 0 miles. You will experience a road personality defined by frequent turns and local transitions rather than steady cruising. Stay alert, as the winding nature of these roads keeps you actively engaged throughout the entire 277.1-mile distance.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 22 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 78.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 71.7 miles in near US 167.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 282.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 71.7 miles (US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 137.5 miles (US 190): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 269.4 miles (I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

71.7 mi into trip | ~1h 30m in | US 167

Keep slight left at fork onto US 167 toward I 49 South, US 167 South: Opelousas

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 49 South, US 167 South: Opelousas

137.5 mi into trip | ~2h 37m in | US 190

Merge onto US 190

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

269.4 mi into trip | ~5h 16m 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

273 mi into trip | ~5h 21m in | US 90 BUS / Pontchartrain Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto US 90 BUS / Pontchartrain Expressway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

281.4 mi into trip | ~5h 31m in

Take the exit toward LA 45: Barataria Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 4B Toward LA 45: Barataria Boulevard

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Jonesboro, LA to Marrero, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Opelousas along the way.

Opelousas

136.9 mi in | ~2h 36m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 10	78.6 mi	1h 29m
Martin Luther King, Jr Highway	64.5 mi	1h 5m
US 190	49.5 mi	1h 3m
East Lafayette Street	47.7 mi	58m
Winnfield Highway	21.7 mi	27m
Pontchartrain Expressway	5.9 mi	6m
Westbank Expressway	5.6 mi	7m
LA 415 Spur	3.6 mi	5m

Longest stretch: I 10 — 78.6 mi, about 1h 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Jonesboro, LA and Marrero, LA.

Start on Allen Avenue

109 ft · 2 sec · Allen Avenue

Turn left onto LA 4

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Chatham Highway

Turn right onto South Hudson Avenue

1.1 mi · 1 min · South Hudson Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto US 167

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Hudson Avenue

Continue on US 167

22 mi · 27 min · Winnfield Highway

Continue on US 84; US 167; LA 34

48 mi · 58 min · East Lafayette Street

Keep slight left at fork onto US 167

0.8 mi · 1 min · US 167

Toward I 49 South, US 167 South: Opelousas

Merge onto I 49; US 167; US 71 BYP

64 mi · 1 hr 5 min · Martin Luther King, Jr Highway

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas

Keep slight left at fork

362 ft · 9 sec

Toward US 190 East: Baton Rouge

Merge onto US 190

49 mi · 1 hr 3 min · US 190

Use the straight / right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto LA 415 Spur

3.6 mi · 5 min · LA 415 Spur

Turn left

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Toward I 10 East: Baton Rouge

Merge onto I 10

79 mi · 1 hr 29 min · I 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

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.

Keep slight left at fork onto US 90 BUS

2.4 mi · 2 min · Pontchartrain Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on US 90 BUS

0.7 mi · 1 min · Crescent City Connection

Continue on US 90 BUS

5.4 mi · 6 min · Westbank Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 30 sec

Exit 4B Toward LA 45: Barataria Boulevard Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto Westbank Expressway

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Westbank Expressway

Use the left / straight lanes.

Turn right onto LA 45

0.3 mi · 39 sec · Barataria Boulevard

Arrive at destination

LA 18

Trip Plan

Since this is a turn-heavy route, planning to depart early in the morning will help you navigate local roads while visibility is at its best. You should factor in at least one planned stop during your 4-hour and 39-minute drive to stretch your legs and remain alert on the winding sections. Keep in mind that because you aren't relying on major interstates, your travel time can fluctuate based on local traffic conditions. Make sure your fuel tank is ready for the $38 estimated cost before you head out, as local roads may offer fewer refueling options than major highways. Prioritize smooth, steady driving to handle the frequent turns safely as you transition from Jonesboro to Marrero.

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 141.1 miles from Jonesboro, LA, or about 2h 42m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.6 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 80 miles or 1h 39m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 141.1 miles or 2h 42m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 33m

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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Jonesboro, LA

This is one driving day of about 282.2 miles and 5h 33m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jonesboro, LA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 78.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 141.1 mi from Jonesboro, LA · 2h 42m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Newton, TX

141 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

Tyler, TX

Fuel and coffee

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

Newton, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 141.1 miles from Jonesboro, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.6 miles.

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

$43.14 one way

$86.28 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 99 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$47.32	$94.64
premium	$4.61	$51.22	$102.44
diesel	$5.64	$62.70	$125.39

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$43

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$68–$93

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 98.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	84.7	1	$29.63	$13.55
Efficient EV	70.6	0	$24.69	$11.29
EV Truck/SUV	112.9	1	$39.51	$18.06

Gas CO2

99 kg

EV CO2

33 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Jonesboro, LA

Afternoon in Jonesboro on Sunday

Local time

2:42 PM

CDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Marrero, LA

Afternoon in Marrero on Sunday

Local time

2:42 PM

CDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

65°F

Newton, TX

141 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

4 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

5h 33m on the road

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

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Jonesboro, LA to Marrero, LA covers 282.2 miles and takes about 5h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 10, Martin Luther King, Jr Highway, US 190. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 141.1 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 $43.14 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.

On the drive from Jonesboro, LA to Marrero, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Opelousas along the way.

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Trip from Jonesboro, LA to Marrero, LA

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Marrero, LA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Jonesboro, LA

Marrero, LA

Same local time

4 degrees warmer at arrival

5h 33m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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