Trip from Marrero, LA to Opelousas, LA

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

2h 57m

Distance

141.7 mi

228 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

35 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min

4 AM

2h 46m ★

6 AM

2h 57m

8 AM

3h 20m

10 AM

3h 5m

12 PM

3h 3m

3 PM

3h 6m

5 PM

3h 19m

8 PM

2h 51m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Marrero, LA to Opelousas, LA covers 141.7 miles and takes about 2h 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 10, State Route 1, Westbank Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 74.7 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.40 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

70.8 miles from Marrero, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 57m. Total distance: 141.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 57m highway drive covering 141.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and State Route 1. The longest continuous stretch is about 74.7 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 21 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 74.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and State Route 1. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.6 miles in near I 10.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 141.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 12.6 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 83.4 miles (I 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 87.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

12.6 mi into trip | ~21m in | I 10

Merge onto I 10

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

83.4 mi into trip | ~1h 42m in | I 10

Keep slight left at fork onto I 10

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

87.3 mi into trip | ~1h 46m in

Take the exit toward LA 415: Lobdell

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 151 Toward LA 415: Lobdell

87.7 mi into trip | ~1h 47m in

Keep slight right at fork toward LA 415: Lobdell

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward LA 415: Lobdell

87.7 mi into trip | ~1h 47m in | LA 415 / North Lobdell Highway

Merge onto LA 415 / North Lobdell Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 10	74.7 mi	1h 24m
State Route 1	50.2 mi	1h 4m
Westbank Expressway	4.2 mi	5m
LA 3152	3.8 mi	7m
North Lobdell Highway	3.6 mi	4m
US 90	2.6 mi	3m
Nine Mile Point Road	0.5 mi	1m
Barataria Boulevard	0.4 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 10 — 74.7 mi, about 1h 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Marrero, LA and Opelousas, LA.

Start on LA 18

346 ft · 12 sec · Barataria Boulevard

Continue on LA 18

0.4 mi · 57 sec · Barataria Boulevard

Turn right onto Westbank Expressway

131 ft · 2 sec · Westbank Expressway

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Toward US 90 Business West

Merge onto US 90 BUS

4.2 mi · 5 min · Westbank Expressway

Turn right onto Nine Mile Point Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Nine Mile Point Road

Continue on West Nine Mile Point Road

0.2 mi · 26 sec · West Nine Mile Point Road

Turn right onto US 90; LA 18

2.6 mi · 3 min · US 90; LA 18

Continue on LA 3152

3.8 mi · 7 min · LA 3152

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 50 sec

Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Merge onto I 10

71 mi · 1 hr 20 min · I 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 10

3.9 mi · 4 min · I 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Exit 151 Toward LA 415: Lobdell Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

317 ft · 7 sec

Toward LA 415: Lobdell Use the right lane.

Merge onto LA 415

3.6 mi · 4 min · North Lobdell Highway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Merge onto US 190; LA 1

50 mi · 1 hr 4 min · State Route 1

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto LA 182

387 ft · 11 sec · South Union Street

Turn left onto East Bellevue Street

234 ft · 15 sec · East Bellevue Street

Turn left onto LA 182

157 ft · 2 sec · South Main Street

Arrive at destination

LA 182

Trip Plan

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.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 70.8 miles from Marrero, LA, or about 1h 27m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.7 miles.

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 31 miles or 42m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 70.8 miles or 1h 27m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 24m

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

Before You Leave

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 141.7 miles and 2h 57m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Marrero, 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.

The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 74.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 70.8 mi from Marrero, LA · 1h 27m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Baton Rouge, LA

71 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

Laplace, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Baton Rouge, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 70.8 miles from Marrero, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.7 miles.

Arriving in Opelousas, LA

The final approach into Opelousas, 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 Opelousas, LA.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Parrain's Seafood Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 81

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12253819922

Visit website

Cork's Cajun Fried Fish & Shrimp

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

1.5 mi

SUNNY SIDE UP RESTAURANT

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Harahan, Louisiana

1.4 mi

Parrain's Seafood Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 81

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12253819922

Visit website

Cork's Cajun Fried Fish & Shrimp

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 81

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 10:30 am–8 pm

+12254789128

Visit website

SUNNY SIDE UP RESTAURANT

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 10.1

Harahan, Louisiana

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+15042242839

Visit website

City Pork Jefferson

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 81

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm

+12256158880

Visit website

NolaKorea Korean Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 10.1

Metairie, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+15047028811

Parasol's

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

New Orleans, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–1 pm

+15043549079

Visit website

Gattuso's Neighborhood Restaurant & Bar

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30

Gretna, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15043681114

Visit website

Bullfish Bistro

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 70.8

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12254781690

Visit website

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 141.7

Opelousas, Louisiana

+33172676914

XCharge Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 10.1

Harahan, Louisiana

EV Connect Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Harvey, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Louisiana State University Rural Life Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 81

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–4:30 pm

+12257652437

Visit website

Knock Knock Children's Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 81

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+12253883090

Visit website

Burden Museum & Gardens

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 81

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12257633990

Visit website

Buckner Mansion

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

New Orleans, Louisiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Jambalaya Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 60.7

Gonzales, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+12256472841

Visit website

Kidz Kove Discovery Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 60.7

Gonzales, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+12256472841

13th Gate Escape, Louisiana's Ultimate Escape Games

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 81

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 9 am–10:15 pm

+12253891313

Visit website

LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 81

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12257633990

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Discover the roots of jazz at the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, our park offers live performances, exhibits, and programs that celebrate the le...

5 mi from route ~12 min detour Free

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$21.40 one way

$42.80 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 50 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$23.49	$46.98
premium	$4.56	$25.43	$50.87
diesel	$5.61	$31.29	$62.57

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$21

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 49.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

35 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

ChargePoint Charging Station

New Orleans, Louisiana

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Nissan Charging Station

Opelousas, Louisiana

Other

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Opelousas, Louisiana

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Opelousas, Louisiana

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

XCharge Charging Station

Harahan, Louisiana

Other

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Tesla

1 DCFC

ChargePoint: 15 Other: 11 Tesla: 4 EV Connect: 2 Rivian: 1 Blink: 1 Shell Recharge: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	42.5	$14.88	$6.80
Efficient EV	35.4	$12.40	$5.67
EV Truck/SUV	56.7	$19.84	$9.07

Gas CO2

50 kg

EV CO2

17 kg (66% 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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Marrero, LA

Evening in Marrero on Thursday

Local time

5:06 PM

CDT

Current temp

79°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Opelousas, LA

Evening in Opelousas on Thursday

Local time

5:06 PM

CDT

Current temp

80°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

1 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

2h 57m 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 Marrero, LA to Opelousas, LA covers 141.7 miles and takes about 2h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 10, State Route 1, Westbank Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 70.8 miles from Marrero, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.40 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.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

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

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Trip from Marrero, LA to Opelousas, LA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Opelousas, LA

Nearby Places

Parrain's Seafood Restaurant

Parrain's Seafood Restaurant

Cork's Cajun Fried Fish & Shrimp

SUNNY SIDE UP RESTAURANT

City Pork Jefferson

NolaKorea Korean Restaurant

Parasol's

Gattuso's Neighborhood Restaurant & Bar

Bullfish Bistro

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

Rivian Adventure Network

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Nissan Charging Station

XCharge Charging Station

EV Connect Charging Station

Louisiana State University Rural Life Museum

Knock Knock Children's Museum

Burden Museum & Gardens

Buckner Mansion

Jambalaya Park

Kidz Kove Discovery Park

13th Gate Escape, Louisiana's Ultimate Escape Games

LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens

National Parks Near This Route

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Marrero, LA

Opelousas, LA

Same local time

1 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 57m on the road

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