Origin
Marrero, LA
Afternoon in Marrero on Sunday
Local time
2:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Marrero, LA to Waggaman, LA
Drive Time
14m
Distance
8.2 mi
13 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 16m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 16m
8 PM
0h 13m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marrero, LA
Israyosoy S.
Waggaman, LA
Richy Dannielz
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Marrero to Waggaman, you are looking at a quick 8.2-mile journey through Southeast Louisiana. The drive typically takes about 14 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight planning. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major roadways, including the Westbank Expressway, LA 18, and Nine Mile Point Road. With fuel costs estimated at just $1, this is an incredibly budget-friendly commute or local excursion. Since both towns are located within the same region, you can expect a familiar landscape throughout the short duration of the trip.
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
4.1 miles from Marrero, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a very straightforward, highway-focused drive that keeps you moving efficiently. With 79% of the route consisting of highway travel, you will spend most of your time maintaining consistent speeds rather than navigating through local stop-and-go traffic. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 4.2 miles along the Westbank Expressway, providing a predictable rhythm to your journey. As you transition from the expressway onto LA 18 and Nine Mile Point Road, the road character shifts from high-speed thoroughfare to localized travel. It is a no-nonsense route designed for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Westbank Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 4.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Westbank Expressway and LA 18. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near Westbank Expressway.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 14m 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. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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Westbank Expressway
Turn right onto Westbank Expressway
Navigation decision point
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward US 90 Business West
Navigation decision point
Toward US 90 Business West
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway
Merge onto US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
3
4.9 mi into trip
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~6m in
|
Nine Mile Point Road
Turn right onto Nine Mile Point Road
Navigation decision point
3
7.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
Avondale Garden Road
Turn left onto Avondale Garden Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Westbank Expressway | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| LA 18 | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Nine Mile Point Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Barataria Boulevard | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West Nine Mile Point Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Gambino Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Avondale Garden Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Westbank Expressway
— 4.2 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marrero, LA and Waggaman, LA.
1
Start on LA 18
346 ft
·
12 sec
·
Barataria Boulevard
2
Continue on LA 18
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Barataria Boulevard
3
Turn right onto Westbank Expressway
131 ft
·
2 sec
·
Westbank Expressway
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 90 Business West
5
Merge onto US 90 BUS
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Westbank Expressway
Use the none lane.
6
Turn right onto Nine Mile Point Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Nine Mile Point Road
7
Continue on West Nine Mile Point Road
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Nine Mile Point Road
8
Continue on LA 18
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
LA 18
9
Turn left onto Avondale Garden Road
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Avondale Garden Road
10
Continue on Gambino Road
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Gambino Road
11
Arrive at destination
Gambino Road
Trip Plan
Because this drive lasts only 14 minutes, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. You do not need to worry about planning for rest stops, as the 8.2-mile distance is short enough to drive straight through without breaks. Keep in mind that since the trip is heavily reliant on the Westbank Expressway, you should monitor local traffic reports for potential congestion before heading out. Budgeting $1 for fuel is more than sufficient for this quick transit. Use the simplicity of this short route to your advantage by keeping your travel plans loose and adaptable to your schedule.
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 4.1 miles from Marrero, LA, or about 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.2 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 8.2 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.1 miles or 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Waggaman, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Marrero, 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 Marrero, LA
This is one driving day of about 8.2 miles and 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Marrero, 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.
The longest stretch is on Westbank Expressway for about 4.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.1 mi from Marrero, LA · 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 8.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.1 miles from Marrero, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Waggaman, LA
The final approach into Waggaman, 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 Waggaman, 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
$1.25 one way
$2.51 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $1.37 | $2.75 |
| premium | $4.61 | $1.49 | $2.98 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.82 | $3.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.86 | $0.39 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.72 | $0.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.52 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Waggaman, LA
Afternoon in Waggaman on Sunday
Local time
2:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°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
16 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
14m 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 Waggaman, LA covers 8.2 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Westbank Expressway, LA 18, Nine Mile Point Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.1 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 $1.25 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 is a straightforward 14m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Marrero, LA to Waggaman, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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