Trip from Laplace, LA to Chalmette, LA

Drive Time

53m

Distance

35.3 mi

57 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$5

one way

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Trip Overview

Spanning 35.3 miles across Southeast Louisiana, this drive from Laplace to Chalmette typically takes about 53 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, you can easily complete this journey as a simple one-day trip without needing to worry about overnight accommodations. Budgeting approximately $5 for fuel should cover your transit costs comfortably. Navigating through the region involves transitioning between I-10 East and LA 3021, eventually passing through the Slidell area. It is a straightforward commute that connects these two points within the same state, making it a functional choice for local 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

17.6 miles from Laplace, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straightforward interstate haul. Since the highway share is 0 percent, you will spend your time navigating local roads and connections rather than cruising on long-distance expressways. There is no significant uninterrupted stretch on I-10 East, meaning you should prepare for frequent adjustments and turns throughout the 53-minute duration. The road’s personality is defined by its localized nature, requiring your full attention as you move between regions. You will find that the route demands a more hands-on approach to steering compared to a standard highway trip.

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

There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 10 East is one of the defining roads on this drive.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Laplace, LA to Chalmette, LA is easy. At 53m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Laplace, LA to Chalmette, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 10 East	Unavailable	Refreshing
Slidell	Unavailable	Refreshing
LA 3021	Unavailable	Refreshing
Elysian Fields Avenue	Unavailable	Refreshing
North Claiborne Avenue	Unavailable	Refreshing
North Robertson Street	Unavailable	Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: I 10 East — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Laplace, LA and Chalmette, LA.

1

Start on the route

43 ft · 5 sec · the route

2

Continue straight

2.9 mi · 4 min

3

Take the exit slight right toward I 10 East: New Orleans

0.3 mi · 41 sec · I 10 East: New Orleans

4

Merge slight left

21 mi · 25 min

5

Keep slight left to continue on Slidell

3.9 mi · 4 min · Slidell

6

Take the exit slight right toward LA 3021: Elysian Fields Avenue

0.2 mi · 32 sec · LA 3021: Elysian Fields Avenue

7

Turn right onto Elysian Fields Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · Elysian Fields Avenue

8

Continue on Elysian Fields Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · Elysian Fields Avenue

9

Turn left onto North Claiborne Avenue

0.1 mi · 15 sec · North Claiborne Avenue

10

Continue on North Robertson Street

1.6 mi · 3 min · North Robertson Street

11

Turn straight

4.5 mi · 10 min

12

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Given the short 35.3-mile distance, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since the trip takes under an hour, you do not need to plan for any formal stops, allowing you to drive straight through to your destination. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route can be more tiring than a simple straight shot, so stay alert as you transition onto LA 3021. Because this is a compact drive, try to avoid peak congestion hours to ensure you maintain that 53-minute travel time. A helpful tip for this specific journey is to double-check your navigation before leaving Laplace, as the reliance on local roads requires precise turn-by-turn awareness.

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 17.6 miles from Laplace, LA, or about 26m into the drive.

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 35.3 miles or 53m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 17.6 miles or 26m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 45m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Laplace, 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 Laplace, LA

This is one driving day of about 35.3 miles and 53m.

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

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 17.6 mi from Laplace, LA · 26m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

New Orleans, LA

18 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

Terrytown, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 35.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

New Orleans, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 17.6 miles from Laplace, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Chalmette, LA

The final approach into Chalmette, 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 Chalmette, 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

$5.40 one way

$10.79 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 12 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$5.92	$11.84
premium	$4.61	$6.41	$12.81
diesel	$5.64	$7.84	$15.68

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$5

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$30–$55

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 12.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	10.6	$3.71	$1.69
Efficient EV	8.8	$3.09	$1.41
EV Truck/SUV	14.1	$4.94	$2.26

Gas CO2

12 kg

EV CO2

4 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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Laplace, LA

Afternoon in Laplace on Sunday

Local time

2:44 PM

CDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Chalmette, LA

Afternoon in Chalmette on Sunday

Local time

2:44 PM

CDT

Current temp

84°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

17 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

53m 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 Chalmette, LA covers 35.3 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 10 East, Slidell, LA 3021. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 17.6 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 $5.40 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.

The drive from Laplace, LA to Chalmette, LA is easy. At 53m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Laplace, LA to Chalmette, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Laplace, LA to Chalmette, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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