Origin
Plain Dealing, LA
Afternoon in Plain Dealing on Wednesday
Local time
4:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Plain Dealing, LA to Adner, LA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
48m
Distance
33.5 mi
54 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Adner, LA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Plain Dealing, LA to Adner, LA covers 33.5 miles and takes about 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Mary Lee Street, South Louisiana Street, Highway 3 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.06 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
16.8 miles from Plain Dealing, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 48m drive with frequent turns across 33.5 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.
East Mary Lee Street 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 Plain Dealing, LA to Adner, LA is easy. At 48m 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 Plain Dealing, LA to Adner, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Mary Lee Street | — | — |
| South Louisiana Street | — | — |
| Highway 3 | — | — |
| Benton Road | — | — |
| Joseph D | — | — |
| Johnny Wyatt Memorial Highway | — | — |
| US 79 | — | — |
| East Texas Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Mary Lee Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plain Dealing, LA and Adner, LA.
1
Start on South Magnolia Street
518 ft
·
28 sec
·
South Magnolia Street
2
Turn left onto East Mary Lee Street
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Mary Lee Street
3
Turn left
161 ft
·
10 sec
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto South Louisiana Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Louisiana Street
5
Continue on Highway 3
19 mi
·
26 min
·
Highway 3
6
Continue on Benton Road
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Benton Road
7
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
8
Merge slight left onto Joseph D. Waggonner Jr. Memorial Highway
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Joseph D. Waggonner Jr. Memorial Highway
9
Continue on Johnny Wyatt Memorial Highway
2.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Johnny Wyatt Memorial Highway
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 79, US 80: East Texas Street
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
US 79, US 80: East Texas Street
11
Turn left onto East Texas Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Texas Street
12
Continue on Highway 80
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 80
13
Turn left onto Bellevue Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Bellevue Road
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 16.8 miles from Plain Dealing, LA, or about 24m 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 33.5 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.8 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Adner, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Plain Dealing, LA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Plain Dealing, LA
This is one driving day of about 33.5 miles and 48m.
At 33.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.8 mi from Plain Dealing, LA · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.8 miles from Plain Dealing, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Adner, LA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Adner, LA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.06 one way
$10.12 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.55 | $11.11 |
| premium | $4.56 | $6.01 | $12.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.40 | $14.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10 | 0 | $3.52 | $1.61 |
| Efficient EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.93 | $1.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.69 | $2.14 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
Adner, LA
Afternoon in Adner on Wednesday
Local time
4:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°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
34 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
48m 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 Plain Dealing, LA to Adner, LA covers 33.5 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Mary Lee Street, South Louisiana Street, Highway 3. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.8 miles from Plain Dealing, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.06 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 Plain Dealing, LA to Adner, LA is easy. At 48m 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 Plain Dealing, LA to Adner, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Plain Dealing, LA to Adner, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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