Origin
Laplace, LA
Afternoon in Laplace on Friday
Local time
3:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Laplace, LA to Central, LA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
61.3 mi
99 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
7 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Laplace, LA
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Central, LA
Jesus Alfonso
Trip Overview
The drive from Laplace, LA to Central, LA covers 61.3 miles and takes about 1h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 10, Joor Road, Airline Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 42.2 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.26 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 61.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 17m highway drive covering 61.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and Joor Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 42.2 miles on I 10.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 42.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Joor Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near LA 3188 / Belle Terre Boulevard.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 61.3 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 1.3 miles (LA 3188 / Belle Terre Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 46.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
LA 3188 / Belle Terre Boulevard
Turn right onto LA 3188 / Belle Terre Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
3.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
7
46.5 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward LA 3246: Siegen Lane
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 163
Toward LA 3246: Siegen Lane
6
52.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward US 190 East: Hammond
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 190 East: Hammond
6
52.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
|
Oak Villa Boulevard
Turn left onto Oak Villa Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 42.2 mi | 45m |
| Joor Road | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Airline Highway | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| Belle Terre Boulevard | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Oak Villa Boulevard | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Siegen Lane | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Airline Highway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Hooper Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 42.2 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laplace, LA and Central, LA.
1
Start on this road
41 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto US 61
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Airline Highway
3
Turn right onto LA 3188
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Belle Terre Boulevard
Use the right lane.
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
5
Merge onto I 10
42 mi
·
45 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 163
Toward LA 3246: Siegen Lane
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn right onto LA 3246
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Siegen Lane
8
Turn left onto US 61; LA 73
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Airline Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
Toward US 190 East: Hammond
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto US 190
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Florida Boulevard
11
Turn left onto Oak Villa Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Oak Villa Boulevard
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on Oak Villa Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Oak Villa Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on LA 946
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Joor Road
14
Turn right onto LA 408
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Hooper Road
15
Arrive at destination
LA 408
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.7 mi from Laplace, LA · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.7 miles from Laplace, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Central, LA
The final approach into Central, LA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.26 one way
$18.52 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.16 | $20.33 |
| premium | $4.56 | $11.00 | $22.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.53 | $27.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.44 | $2.94 |
| Efficient EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.36 | $2.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.58 | $3.92 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Central, LA
Afternoon in Central on Friday
Local time
3:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
86°F
Shenandoah, LA
31 mi in
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
3 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 17m 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 Laplace, LA to Central, LA covers 61.3 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Joor Road, Airline Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.7 miles from Laplace, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.26 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 61.3 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (LA 3188 / Belle Terre Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 46.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Laplace, LA to Central, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park.
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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