Origin
Lockport, LA
Morning in Lockport on Thursday
Local time
11:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lockport, LA to Thibodaux Junction, LA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
38m
Distance
24.7 mi
40 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lockport, LA
Frank Barning
Thibodaux Junction, LA
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
This straightforward 24.7-mile drive from Lockport to Thibodaux Junction, Louisiana, is easily manageable within a single day, taking approximately 38 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 90 and Highway 1, with a segment on West Park Avenue, this route offers a quick connection within the Southeast region of Louisiana. With a modest estimated fuel cost of $4, it's an economical option for a short excursion. The journey is largely highway-focused, making it a practical choice for those looking for an efficient trip without extensive planning or overnight stays.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 38m. Total distance: 24.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m 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
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this trip, with 69% of the drive on main roads. You'll encounter stretches of faster travel, including a longest continuous segment of 12.5 miles on US 90. The route generally maintains a consistent feel, characterized by its efficient road design. As you transition between US 90, Highway 1, and West Park Avenue, the road's personality remains geared towards steady progress, making for a predictable drive.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 12.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 90 and Highway 1. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Barataria Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 24.7 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (Barataria Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (LA 1 / Crescent Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 6 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Barataria Street
Turn right onto Barataria Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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LA 1 / Crescent Avenue
Turn right onto LA 1 / Crescent Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Turn left toward US 90 West: Morgan City
Navigation decision point
Toward US 90 West: Morgan City
3
6.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 90
Merge onto US 90
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
19.1 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 90 | 12.5 mi | 13m |
| Highway 1 | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| West Park Avenue | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Butcher Road | 1.1 mi | 4m |
| Crescent Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Acadia Road | 0.6 mi | 2m |
| Waterplant Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Barataria Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 90
— 12.5 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lockport, LA and Thibodaux Junction, LA.
1
Start on 10th Street
8 ft
·
2 sec
·
10th Street
2
Turn right onto Barataria Street
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
Barataria Street
3
Turn right onto LA 1
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Crescent Avenue
4
Continue on LA 1
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Highway 1
5
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward US 90 West: Morgan City
6
Merge onto US 90
12 mi
·
13 min
·
US 90
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
8
Keep slight right at fork
368 ft
·
8 sec
9
Turn straight onto LA 24
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Park Avenue
10
Turn right onto Waterplant Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Waterplant Road
11
Turn left onto Butcher Road
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Butcher Road
12
Continue on Acadia Road
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Acadia Road
13
Arrive at destination
Acadia Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.73 one way
$7.46 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.09 | $8.19 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.43 | $8.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.45 | $10.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.59 | $1.19 |
| Efficient EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.16 | $0.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.46 | $1.58 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Thibodaux Junction, LA
Morning in Thibodaux Junction on Thursday
Local time
11:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
22 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
38m 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 Lockport, LA to Thibodaux Junction, LA covers 24.7 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 90, Highway 1, West Park Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.4 miles from Lockport, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.73 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 24.7 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (Barataria Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (LA 1 / Crescent Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 6 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Lockport, LA to Thibodaux Junction, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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