Origin
Maryland, LA
Morning in Maryland on Monday
Local time
8:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maryland, LA to Prairieville, LA
Drive Time
33m
Distance
22.1 mi
36 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
9 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
★
6 AM
0h 33m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 35m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maryland, LA
Styves Exantus
Prairieville, LA
Thomas K
Trip Overview
The drive from Maryland, LA to Prairieville, LA covers 22.1 miles and takes about 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Airline Highway, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway, Scotland Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 18.6 miles on Airline Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.38 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
11 miles from Maryland, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 33m drive with frequent turns across 22.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Airline Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 18.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near LA 19 / Scotland Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.1 miles you will encounter 6 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 19 / Scotland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (I 110 / Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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LA 19 / Scotland Avenue
Turn left onto LA 19 / Scotland Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
Turn left toward I 110 South: Baton Rouge
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 110 South: Baton Rouge
5
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 110 / Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway
Merge onto I 110 / Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
2.4 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the exit toward US 190, US 61: Opelousas, Airline Highway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5B
Toward US 190, US 61: Opelousas, Airline Highwa...
6
3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 190 East, US 61 South: Airline Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 190 East, US 61 South: Airline Highwa...
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Maryland, LA to Prairieville, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Airline Highway along the way.
Airline Highway
2.4 mi in
|
~4m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Airline Highway | 18.6 mi | 27m |
| Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Scotland Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Airline Highway
— 18.6 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maryland, LA and Prairieville, LA.
1
Start on this road
86 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto LA 19
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Scotland Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left
305 ft
·
9 sec
Toward I 110 South: Baton Rouge
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
this road
Toward I 110 South: Baton Rouge
5
Merge onto I 110
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 5B
Toward US 190, US 61: Opelousas, Airline Highway
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 190 East, US 61 South: Airline Highway
8
Merge onto US 61; US 190
18 mi
·
26 min
·
Airline Highway
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 61
482 ft
·
13 sec
·
Airline Highway
10
Arrive at destination
US 61
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 11 miles from Maryland, LA, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.6 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 22.1 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Prairieville, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Maryland, 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 Maryland, LA
This is one driving day of about 22.1 miles and 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Maryland, 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 Airline Highway for about 18.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11 mi from Maryland, LA · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 22.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11 miles from Maryland, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Prairieville, LA
The final approach into Prairieville, 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 Prairieville, 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
$3.38 one way
$6.76 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $3.71 | $7.41 |
| premium | $4.61 | $4.01 | $8.02 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.91 | $9.82 |
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: 7.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
EV Charging Along Route
9 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Hammond Aire Plaza - Tesla Supercharger
Baton Rouge, LA
Tesla
11 DCFC
Circle K - Tesla Supercharger
Baton Rouge, LA
Tesla
8 DCFC
Baton Rouge, LA
Baton Rouge, LA
RIVIAN_ADVENTURE
6 DCFC
Acadian Village Shopping Center - Tesla Supercharger
Baton Rouge, LA
Tesla
6 DCFC
All Star Hyundai of Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, LA
Blink Network
6 DCFC
Harris Porsche
Baton Rouge, LA
Non-Networked
3 DCFC
Gerry Lane Chevrolet
Baton Rouge, LA
RED_E
2 DCFC
Ralph Sellers Jeep
Gonzales, LA
RED_E
2 DCFC
Tesla: 3
Non-Networked: 2
RED_E: 2
RIVIAN_ADVENTURE: 1
Blink Network: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.32 | $1.06 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.93 | $0.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.09 | $1.41 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Prairieville, LA
Morning in Prairieville on Monday
Local time
8:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°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
21 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
33m 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 Prairieville, LA covers 22.1 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Airline Highway, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway, Scotland Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11 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 $3.38 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.1 miles you will encounter 6 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 19 / Scotland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (I 110 / Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Maryland, LA to Prairieville, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Airline Highway along the way.
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