Origin
Maryland, LA
Evening in Maryland on Wednesday
Local time
6:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maryland, LA to New Sarpy, LA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
72.1 mi
116 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maryland, LA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Maryland, LA to New Sarpy, LA covers 72.1 miles and takes about 1h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Scotland Avenue, I 110 South, Martin Luther King for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.89 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
36 miles from Maryland, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 28m drive with frequent turns across 72.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Scotland Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Maryland, LA to New Sarpy, LA is easy. At 1h 28m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Maryland, LA to New Sarpy, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland Avenue | — | — |
| I 110 South | — | — |
| Martin Luther King | — | — |
| Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway | — | — |
| LA 3188 South | — | — |
| Belle Terre Boulevard | — | — |
| West Airline Highway | — | — |
| Apple Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Scotland Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maryland, LA and New Sarpy, LA.
1
Start on the route
85 ft
·
11 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto Scotland Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Scotland Avenue
3
Turn left onto I 110 South: Baton Rouge
305 ft
·
9 sec
·
I 110 South: Baton Rouge
4
Continue on I 110 South: Baton Rouge
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 110 South: Baton Rouge
5
Merge slight left onto Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway
6
Continue on Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
7
Keep slight left to continue on Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
8
Merge slight right
50 mi
·
54 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward LA 3188 South: LaPlace
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
LA 3188 South: LaPlace
10
Continue on Belle Terre Boulevard
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Belle Terre Boulevard
11
Turn left onto West Airline Highway
7.0 mi
·
10 min
·
West Airline Highway
12
Turn right onto Apple Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Apple Street
13
At the end of the road, turn left onto River Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
River Road
14
Turn left onto Troxclair Lane
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Troxclair Lane
15
Arrive at your destination
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36 miles from Maryland, LA, or about 44m into the drive.
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 16 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36 miles or 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Sarpy, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Maryland, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Maryland, LA
This is one driving day of about 72.1 miles and 1h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Maryland, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36 mi from Maryland, LA · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36 miles from Maryland, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New Sarpy, LA
The final approach into New Sarpy, LA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.89 one way
$21.78 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $11.95 | $23.91 |
| premium | $4.56 | $12.94 | $25.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.92 | $31.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.57 | $3.46 |
| Efficient EV | 18 | 0 | $6.31 | $2.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.09 | $4.61 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
New Sarpy, LA
Evening in New Sarpy on Wednesday
Local time
6:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°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
19 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 28m 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 Maryland, LA to New Sarpy, LA covers 72.1 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Scotland Avenue, I 110 South, Martin Luther King. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36 miles from Maryland, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.89 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.
The drive from Maryland, LA to New Sarpy, LA is easy. At 1h 28m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Maryland, LA to New Sarpy, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Maryland, LA to New Sarpy, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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