Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
48.2 mi
78 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Port Sulphur, LA
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The drive from New Orleans, LA to Port Sulphur, LA covers 48.2 miles and takes about 1h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Belle Chasse Highway, Westbank Expressway, Pontchartrain Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 42.3 miles on Belle Chasse Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.28 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
24.1 miles from New Orleans, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Expect a 1h 7m drive with frequent turns across 48.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Loyola Avenue.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 7m drive. You will face about 7 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 0.7 miles (Oretha C Haley Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (Calliope Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Loyola Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Oretha C Haley Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Calliope Street
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward LA 23 South, LA 18 West: Lafayette Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Belle Chasse Highway | 42.3 mi | 57m |
| Westbank Expressway | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Pontchartrain Expressway | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Crescent City Connection | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Loyola Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Lafayette Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Oretha C Haley Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Howard Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between New Orleans, LA and Port Sulphur, LA.
Start on Tulane Avenue
Turn right onto Loyola Avenue
Turn slight left onto Howard Avenue
Turn right onto Oretha C Haley Boulevard
Turn left onto Calliope Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 90 BUS
Continue on US 90 BUS
Continue on US 90 BUS
Take the exit
Turn straight onto LA 23
Turn left onto LA 23
Continue on LA 23
Arrive at destination
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.
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 11 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.1 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Port Sulphur, LA than in the middle of the route.
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 48.2 miles and 1h 7m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.1 mi from New Orleans, LA · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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.
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 24.1 miles from New Orleans, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Port Sulphur, 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.
Regular Gas
$7.28 one way
$14.56 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $7.99 | $15.98 |
| premium | $4.56 | $8.65 | $17.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.64 | $21.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.06 | $2.31 |
| Efficient EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.22 | $1.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.75 | $3.08 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in New Orleans on Wednesday
Local time
11:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Sunny
Destination
Night in Port Sulphur on Wednesday
Local time
11:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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