Origin
Prairieville, LA
Evening in Prairieville on Friday
Local time
7:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Prairieville, LA to Marrero, LA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
72.7 mi
117 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
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.
Prairieville, LA
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Marrero, LA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Prairieville, LA to Marrero, LA covers 72.7 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 I 10, Pontchartrain Expressway, Westbank Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 57.1 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.98 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 72.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 26m highway drive covering 72.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and Pontchartrain Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 57.1 miles on I 10.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 57.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Pontchartrain Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near LA 73.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.7 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 73): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 60 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 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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LA 73
Turn left onto LA 73
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
2.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Turn left toward I 10 East: New Orleans
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 10 East: New Orleans
8
60 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m 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
63.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
US 90 BUS / Pontchartrain Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 90 BUS / Pontchartrain Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
71.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward LA 45: Barataria Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 4B
Toward LA 45: Barataria Boulevard
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Prairieville, LA and Marrero, LA, road signs point toward New Orleans and Business District.
New Orleans
60 mi in
|
~1h 9m
|
via I 10
Business District
60 mi in
|
~1h 9m
|
via I 10
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 57.1 mi | 1h 4m |
| Pontchartrain Expressway | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| Westbank Expressway | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| LA 73 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Crescent City Connection | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Barataria Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Airline Highway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 57.1 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prairieville, LA and Marrero, LA.
1
Start on US 61
62 ft
·
5 sec
·
Airline Highway
2
Turn left onto LA 73
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
LA 73
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 10 East: New Orleans
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 10
57 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Pontchartrain Expressway
Toward New Orleans, Business District
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 90 BUS
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Pontchartrain Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 90 BUS
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Crescent City Connection
8
Continue on US 90 BUS
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Westbank Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 4B
Toward LA 45: Barataria Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto Westbank Expressway
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Westbank Expressway
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Turn right onto LA 45
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Barataria Boulevard
12
Arrive at destination
LA 18
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.4 mi from Prairieville, LA · 42m 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 36.4 miles from Prairieville, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Marrero, LA
The final approach into Marrero, 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
$10.98 one way
$21.96 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $12.05 | $24.11 |
| premium | $4.56 | $13.05 | $26.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.05 | $32.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.63 | $3.49 |
| Efficient EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.36 | $2.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.18 | $4.65 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (64% 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
Marrero, LA
Evening in Marrero on Friday
Local time
7:30 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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 Prairieville, LA to Marrero, LA covers 72.7 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 I 10, Pontchartrain Expressway, Westbank Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.4 miles from Prairieville, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.98 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.7 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 73): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 60 miles (I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Prairieville, LA and Marrero, LA, road signs point toward New Orleans and Business District.
Yes. Nearby national parks include New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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