Trip from Marrero, LA to Jonesboro, LA

Drive Time

5h 33m

Distance

277.6 mi

Route Type

Turn-heavy local drive

Long day trip

Trip Overview

The drive from Marrero, LA to Jonesboro, LA covers 277.6 miles and takes about 5h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Barataria Boulevard, Westbank Expressway, US 90 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.71 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

138.8 miles from Marrero, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day.

Drive Character

Expect a 5h 33m drive with frequent turns across 277.6 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Barataria Boulevard is one of the defining roads on this drive.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Barataria Boulevard	0 mi	0m
Westbank Expressway	0 mi	0m
US 90	0 mi	0m
Nine Mile Point Road	0 mi	0m
West Nine Mile Point Road	0 mi	0m
I 10 West	0 mi	0m
LA 415	0 mi	0m
North Lobdell Highway	0 mi	0m

Longest stretch: Barataria Boulevard — 0 mi, about 0m

Step-by-Step Directions

1

Start on Barataria Boulevard

2

Continue on Barataria Boulevard

3

Turn right onto Westbank Expressway

4

Take the ramp slight left toward US 90 Business West

5

Merge slight left onto Westbank Expressway

6

Turn right onto Nine Mile Point Road

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Continue on West Nine Mile Point Road

8

Turn right

9

Continue straight

10

Take the exit slight right toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge

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Keep slight left

12

Merge slight left

13

Keep slight left

14

Take the exit slight right toward LA 415: Lobdell

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Keep slight right to continue on LA 415: Lobdell

16

Merge slight left onto North Lobdell Highway

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Merge slight left onto State Route 1

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Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North, US 167 North: Alexandria

19

Merge slight left onto Charles I. "Doc" Hudson Highway

20

Take the exit slight right toward US 167 North, LA 28 East, LA 1: Pineville Expressway, Casson Street

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Keep slight left to continue on US 167 North, LA 28 East: Pineville Expressway

22

Turn left onto East Main Street

23

Continue on Chatham Highway

24

Turn right onto Allen Avenue

25

Arrive at your destination

When to Leave

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 138.8 miles from Marrero, LA.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Drive Plan

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles

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

Halfway reset

Around 138.8 miles

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

Final approach

Last hour of driving

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jonesboro, 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.

Trip Strategy

Day 1

Settle into the route from Marrero, LA

This is one driving day of about 277.6 miles and 5h 33m.

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.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

Best Stop Towns on This Route

These towns line up with the pace of this drive and give you clearer places to stop with a purpose.

Late stop town

Meal stop

Newton, TX

139 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.

Travel Advice

Arrival Notes

The final approach into Jonesboro, 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 Jonesboro, LA.

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.

Stops Along the Way

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 138.8 mi from Marrero, LA

Baton Rouge, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Newton, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 138.8 miles from Marrero, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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

Fuel & Cost

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
regular	$3.45	$37.71	$75.41
midgrade	$3.85	$42.08	$84.15
premium	$4.15	$45.36	$90.71
diesel	$3.75	$40.98	$81.97

Based on 25.4 MPG average. Estimated CO2 emission: 97.1 kg one way.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Marrero, LA to Jonesboro, LA covers 277.6 miles and takes about 5h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Barataria Boulevard, Westbank Expressway, US 90. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 138.8 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 $37.71 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.

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Reverse Route

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Useful if you are planning the return drive and want the same trip in reverse.

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