Origin
New Orleans, LA
Afternoon in New Orleans on Wednesday
Local time
4:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Orleans, LA to Livingston, LA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
72.2 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 20m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Livingston, LA
Israyosoy S.
Trip Overview
The drive from New Orleans, LA to Livingston, LA covers 72.2 miles and takes about 1h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Loyola Avenue, Poydras Street, I 10 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.90 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
36.1 miles from New Orleans, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 26m drive with frequent turns across 72.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Loyola 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 New Orleans, LA to Livingston, LA is easy. At 1h 26m 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 New Orleans, LA to Livingston, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Loyola Avenue | — | — |
| Poydras Street | — | — |
| I 10 West | — | — |
| I 55 North | — | — |
| I 12 West | — | — |
| West Florida Republic Parkway | — | — |
| LA 63 | — | — |
| South Frost Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Loyola Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Orleans, LA and Livingston, LA.
1
Start on Tulane Avenue
39 ft
·
3 sec
·
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
4
Take the ramp straight toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
I 10 West: Baton Rouge
5
Merge slight left
24 mi
·
30 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 55 North: Hammond
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 55 North: Hammond
7
Continue straight
28 mi
·
30 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 12 West: Baton Rouge
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
I 12 West: Baton Rouge
9
Merge slight left onto West Florida Republic Parkway
15 mi
·
16 min
·
West Florida Republic Parkway
10
Take the exit slight right toward LA 63: Frost, Livingston
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
LA 63: Frost, Livingston
11
Keep slight right
269 ft
·
7 sec
12
Turn slight right onto South Frost Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
South Frost Road
13
Turn right onto Circle Drive
157 ft
·
4 sec
·
Circle Drive
14
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 36.1 miles from New Orleans, LA, or about 43m 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 36.1 miles or 43m 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 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Livingston, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving New Orleans, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from New Orleans, LA
This is one driving day of about 72.2 miles and 1h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from New Orleans, 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 36.1 mi from New Orleans, LA · 43m 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 36.1 miles from New Orleans, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Livingston, LA
The final approach into Livingston, 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
$10.90 one way
$21.81 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $11.97 | $23.94 |
| premium | $4.56 | $12.96 | $25.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.94 | $31.88 |
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: 25.3 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 | 21.7 | 0 | $7.58 | $3.47 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.32 | $2.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.11 | $4.62 |
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
Livingston, LA
Afternoon in Livingston on Wednesday
Local time
4:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°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
14 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
1h 26m 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 Livingston, LA covers 72.2 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Loyola Avenue, Poydras Street, I 10 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.1 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 $10.90 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 New Orleans, LA to Livingston, LA is easy. At 1h 26m 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 New Orleans, LA to Livingston, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from New Orleans, LA to Livingston, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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