Origin
Patterson, LA
Late night in Patterson on Monday
Local time
5:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Patterson, LA to New Orleans, LA
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
92.2 mi
148 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 41m
★
6 AM
1h 49m
8 AM
2h 5m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 53m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 4m
8 PM
1h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Patterson, LA
Juanfran
Trip Overview
The drive from Patterson, LA to New Orleans, LA covers 92.2 miles and takes about 1h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 90, I 310, I 10 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 64.9 miles on US 90. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.09 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
46.1 miles from Patterson, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 49m highway drive covering 92.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 90 and I 310. The longest continuous stretch is about 64.9 miles on US 90.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 64.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 90 and I 310. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near US 90.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 92.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (US 90): Lane positioning matters here; at 77 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 87.3 miles (I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.9 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 90
Turn left onto US 90
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
77 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 10 East: New Orleans
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 1A
Toward I 10 East: New Orleans
8
87.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
|
I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway toward New Orleans, Business District
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward New Orleans, Business District
6
90.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 46m in
|
I 10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
91.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
Take the exit toward Poydras Street, Superdome
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 234B
Toward Poydras Street, Superdome
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Patterson, LA to New Orleans, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Business District along the way.
Business District
87.3 mi in
|
~1h 42m
|
via I 10
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 90 | 64.9 mi | 1h 14m |
| I 310 | 11.1 mi | 12m |
| I 10 | 10.1 mi | 12m |
| Pontchartrain Expressway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Tulane Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Claiborne Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Bernard Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 90
— 64.9 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Patterson, LA and New Orleans, LA.
1
Start on Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto Bernard Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Bernard Street
3
Turn right
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
4
Take the exit slight left
154 ft
·
10 sec
5
Turn left
65 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
6
Take the exit slight left toward I 310 North, LA 3127 North: Donaldsonville, New Orleans
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 310 North, LA 3127 North: Donaldsonville, New Orleans
7
Continue straight
11 mi
·
12 min
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 10 East: New Orleans
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 10 East: New Orleans
9
Merge slight left
9.6 mi
·
11 min
10
Keep slight right to continue on Pontchartrain Expressway
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Pontchartrain Expressway
11
Keep slight right
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
12
Take the exit slight left toward Poydras Street, Superdome
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Poydras Street, Superdome
13
Turn left onto South Claiborne Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Claiborne Avenue
14
Turn right onto Tulane Avenue
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Tulane Avenue
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 46.1 miles from Patterson, LA, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.9 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.1 miles or 54m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Orleans, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Patterson, 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 Patterson, LA
This is one driving day of about 92.2 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Patterson, 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 US 90 for about 64.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.1 mi from Patterson, LA · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.1 miles from Patterson, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.9 miles.
Arriving in New Orleans, LA
The final approach into New Orleans, 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 New Orleans, 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
$14.09 one way
$28.19 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $15.46 | $30.92 |
| premium | $4.61 | $16.73 | $33.47 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.48 | $40.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.7 | 0 | $9.68 | $4.43 |
| Efficient EV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.07 | $3.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.9 | 0 | $12.91 | $5.90 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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 Orleans, LA
Late night in New Orleans on Monday
Local time
5:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°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 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 49m 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 Patterson, LA to New Orleans, LA covers 92.2 miles and takes about 1h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 90, I 310, I 10. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.1 miles from Patterson, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.09 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 demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 92.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (US 90): Lane positioning matters here; at 77 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 87.3 miles (I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Patterson, LA to New Orleans, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Business District along the way.
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