Origin
Laplace, LA
Afternoon in Laplace on Sunday
Local time
3:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Laplace, LA to DeRidder, LA
Drive Time
4h 13m
Distance
222.3 mi
358 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 0m
★
6 AM
4h 13m
8 AM
4h 40m
10 AM
4h 23m
12 PM
4h 20m
3 PM
4h 24m
5 PM
4h 38m
8 PM
4h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Laplace, LA
Miguel Cuenca
DeRidder, LA
Miguel Cuenca
Trip Overview
Traveling from LaPlace to DeRidder covers 222.3 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 13 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey stays within the Southeast region of Louisiana, you can easily manage the trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to budget approximately $30 for fuel to complete the trek. The route utilizes a combination of West Airline Highway, Belle Terre Boulevard, and I-10 West to navigate between these two points. It serves as a straightforward day trip, providing a reliable connection between the local areas of Southeast Louisiana.
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
111.1 miles from Laplace, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. With a 0% highway share, you will be navigating local roads and surface streets for the entirety of the 222.3-mile distance. There are no long, uninterrupted stretches of highway to zone out on; in fact, the longest stretch on West Airline Highway is 0 miles, meaning you will be making frequent adjustments to your speed and direction. This profile creates a more engaging, hands-on driving experience as you transition through the local landscape. Be prepared for a winding route that favors local navigation over high-speed transit.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Airline Highway 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 13m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Laplace, LA to DeRidder, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Airline Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Belle Terre Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 171 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 171 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Martin Luther King Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 171 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East 1st Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Airline Highway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laplace, LA and DeRidder, LA.
1
Start on the route
43 ft
·
5 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto West Airline Highway
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Airline Highway
3
Turn right onto Belle Terre Boulevard
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Belle Terre Boulevard
4
Keep slight left to continue on I 10 West: Baton Rouge
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 10 West: Baton Rouge
5
Merge slight left
50 mi
·
55 min
6
Keep slight left
122 mi
·
2 hr 15 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward US 171: DeRidder, Shreveport
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
US 171: DeRidder, Shreveport
8
Keep slight right to continue on US 171 North: DeRidder, Shreveport
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
US 171 North: DeRidder, Shreveport
9
Merge slight left onto Martin Luther King Highway
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Martin Luther King Highway
10
Continue on Highway 171
38 mi
·
43 min
·
Highway 171
11
Continue on East 1st Street
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East 1st Street
12
Continue on Mahlon Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Mahlon Street
13
Continue on Shirley Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Shirley Street
14
Turn left onto North Pine Street
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
North Pine Street
15
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this 4-hour and 13-minute drive is best tackled in one day, try to depart early to avoid local traffic congestion. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the turn-heavy nature of the route and keep your focus sharp. Given the $30 fuel estimate, check your levels before leaving LaPlace to ensure you have enough range for the non-highway stretches. Because the route relies on local roads rather than interstates, keep your GPS updated to handle the frequent turns efficiently. Take advantage of the flexibility this shorter duration offers by allowing yourself a bit of extra time to navigate the local turns comfortably.
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 111.1 miles from Laplace, LA, or about 2h 6m 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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.1 miles or 2h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near DeRidder, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Laplace, 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 Laplace, LA
This is one driving day of about 222.3 miles and 4h 13m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 111.1 mi from Laplace, LA · 2h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
111 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 111.1 miles from Laplace, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in DeRidder, LA
The final approach into DeRidder, 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 DeRidder, 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
$33.98 one way
$67.97 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
78 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $37.27 | $74.55 |
| premium | $4.61 | $40.35 | $80.69 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $49.39 | $98.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 66.7 | 0 | $23.34 | $10.67 |
| Efficient EV | 55.6 | 0 | $19.45 | $8.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 88.9 | 1 | $31.12 | $14.23 |
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
DeRidder, LA
Afternoon in DeRidder on Sunday
Local time
3:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
68°F
Orange County, TX
111 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
20 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
4h 13m 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 Laplace, LA to DeRidder, LA covers 222.3 miles and takes about 4h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Airline Highway, Belle Terre Boulevard, I 10 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 111.1 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 $33.98 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.
This is a straightforward 4h 13m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Laplace, LA to DeRidder, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Laplace, LA to DeRidder, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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