Origin
New Orleans, LA
Afternoon in New Orleans on Sunday
Local time
2:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Orleans, LA to Laplace, LA
Drive Time
39m
Distance
29 mi
47 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Laplace, LA
Miguel Cuenca
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from New Orleans to Laplace, expect a straightforward journey covering 29 miles. You can easily complete this trip in about 39 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day outing. Budget approximately $4 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Southeast Louisiana locations. Since the drive is quite brief, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay or complex logistics. Whether you are heading out for business or a visit, this route offers a functional connection between the cities. It is a no-nonsense trip that gets you where you need to go without the need for extensive travel planning.
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
14.5 miles from New Orleans, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 95% of your travel time spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate via Poydras Street to reach I-10, which serves as the backbone of your journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 24.4 miles on I-10, providing a consistent pace for the majority of the trip. As you transition from the urban environment of New Orleans onto the interstate and eventually toward US 51, the road maintains a predictable, high-speed character. Expect a utilitarian experience behind the wheel that prioritizes efficiency over winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 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 24.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and US 51. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Loyola Avenue.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 39m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Loyola Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Poydras Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (I 10): 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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Loyola Avenue
Turn right onto Loyola Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Poydras Street
Turn right onto Poydras Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
1.2 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
25.6 mi into trip
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~33m in
Take the exit toward US 51: LaPlace, Hammond
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 209
Toward US 51: LaPlace, Hammond
4
25.9 mi into trip
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~33m in
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US 51
Turn left onto US 51
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from New Orleans, LA to Laplace, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Hammond along the way.
Hammond
25.6 mi in
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~33m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 24.4 mi | 30m |
| US 51 | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Poydras Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Loyola Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Tulane Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 24.4 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Orleans, LA and Laplace, LA.
1
Start on Tulane Avenue
40 ft
·
3 sec
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Tulane Avenue
2
Turn right onto Loyola Avenue
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Loyola Avenue
3
Turn right onto Poydras Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Poydras Street
Use the none lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
5
Merge onto I 10
24 mi
·
30 min
·
I 10
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 209
Toward US 51: LaPlace, Hammond
7
Turn left onto US 51
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
US 51
Use the none lane.
8
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 29-mile run, you have significant flexibility regarding your departure time. You will not need to plan for any intermediate stops, as the 39-minute duration is easily manageable in one go. Keep an eye on local traffic patterns when leaving New Orleans, as congestion on I-10 can impact your travel time despite the short distance. Make sure your tank is ready for the trip, noting that $4 in fuel should be sufficient for the commute. A helpful tip for this route is to familiarize yourself with the transition points between I-10 and US 51 before you head out to ensure a smooth arrival in Laplace.
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 14.5 miles from New Orleans, LA, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.4 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 29 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.5 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Laplace, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New Orleans, 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 New Orleans, LA
This is one driving day of about 29 miles and 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from New Orleans, 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 I 10 for about 24.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.5 mi from New Orleans, LA · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.5 miles from New Orleans, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Laplace, LA
The final approach into Laplace, 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 Laplace, 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
$4.43 one way
$8.87 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $4.86 | $9.73 |
| premium | $4.61 | $5.26 | $10.53 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.44 | $12.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.04 | $1.39 |
| Efficient EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.54 | $1.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.06 | $1.86 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Laplace, LA
Afternoon in Laplace on Sunday
Local time
2:51 PM
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
2 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
39m 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 New Orleans, LA to Laplace, LA covers 29 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, US 51, Poydras Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.5 miles from New Orleans, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.43 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 39m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Loyola Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Poydras Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from New Orleans, LA to Laplace, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Hammond along the way.
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