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28m
Distance
18.6 mi
30 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Marrero, LA
Israyosoy S.
Boutte, LA
Israyosoy S.
The drive from Marrero, LA to Boutte, LA covers 18.6 miles and takes about 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Westbank Expressway, US 90, Barataria Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.3 miles on Westbank Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.84 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
9.3 miles from Marrero, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
This is a 28m highway drive covering 18.6 miles, with most of the trip on Westbank Expressway and US 90. The longest continuous stretch is about 13.3 miles on Westbank Expressway.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
11 ft
Total Descent
11 ft
Highest Point
7 ft
~13.9 mi in
Elevation Range
7 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Westbank Expressway and US 90. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near Westbank Expressway.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 28m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Westbank Expressway): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Westbank Expressway
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward US 90 Business West
Navigation decision point
Merge onto US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway toward US 90 West: Boutte, Raceland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto LA 52 / Paul Maillard Road
Navigation decision point
On the drive from Marrero, LA to Boutte, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Raceland along the way.
Raceland
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Westbank Expressway | 13.3 mi | 19m |
| US 90 | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| Barataria Boulevard | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Paul Maillard Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Marrero, LA and Boutte, LA.
Start on LA 18
Continue on LA 18
Turn right onto Westbank Expressway
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 90 BUS
Keep slight right at fork onto US 90 BUS
Continue on US 90
Turn right onto LA 52
Arrive at destination
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.
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 18.6 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.3 miles or 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boutte, LA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Marrero, 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 Marrero, LA
This is one driving day of about 18.6 miles and 28m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.3 mi from Marrero, LA · 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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.
A short stop after about 18.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 9.3 miles from Marrero, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Boutte, 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 Boutte, LA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$2.84 one way
$5.69 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $3.12 | $6.24 |
| premium | $4.61 | $3.38 | $6.75 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.13 | $8.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.95 | $0.89 |
| Efficient EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.63 | $0.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.60 | $1.19 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Marrero on Sunday
Local time
2:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Afternoon in Boutte on Sunday
Local time
2:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Clear
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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