Origin
Raceland, LA
Evening in Raceland on Wednesday
Local time
6:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Raceland, LA to Central, LA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
88.5 mi
142 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 38m
★
6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Central, LA
Jesus Alfonso
Trip Overview
The drive from Raceland, LA to Central, LA covers 88.5 miles and takes about 1h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Mars Street, West Airline Highway, I 10 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.37 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
44.3 miles from Raceland, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 45m drive with frequent turns across 88.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Mars 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 Raceland, LA to Central, LA is easy. At 1h 45m 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 Raceland, LA to Central, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mars Street | — | — |
| West Airline Highway | — | — |
| I 10 West | — | — |
| LA 3246 | — | — |
| Siegen Lane | — | — |
| Airline Highway | — | — |
| US 190 East | — | — |
| Florida Boulevard | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Mars Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Raceland, LA and Central, LA.
1
Start on Mill Street
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Mill Street
2
Turn left
19 mi
·
26 min
3
Continue on Mars Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Mars Street
4
Turn right
6.0 mi
·
8 min
5
Turn right
2.3 mi
·
3 min
6
Turn left
6.8 mi
·
9 min
7
Turn left onto West Airline Highway
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
West Airline Highway
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
I 10 West: Baton Rouge
9
Merge slight left
23 mi
·
24 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward LA 3246: Siegen Lane
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
LA 3246: Siegen Lane
11
Turn right onto Siegen Lane
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Siegen Lane
12
Turn left onto Airline Highway
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Airline Highway
13
Take the exit right toward US 190 East: Hammond
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
US 190 East: Hammond
14
Turn straight onto Florida Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Florida Boulevard
15
Turn left onto Oak Villa Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Oak Villa Boulevard
16
Continue on Oak Villa Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Oak Villa Boulevard
17
Continue on Joor Road
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Joor Road
18
Turn right onto Hooper Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Hooper Road
19
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 44.3 miles from Raceland, LA, or about 52m 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 19 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.3 miles or 52m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Central, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Raceland, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Raceland, LA
This is one driving day of about 88.5 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Raceland, 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 44.3 mi from Raceland, LA · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.3 miles from Raceland, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Central, LA
The final approach into Central, 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
$13.37 one way
$26.73 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $14.67 | $29.34 |
| premium | $4.56 | $15.88 | $31.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.54 | $39.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.29 | $4.25 |
| Efficient EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.74 | $3.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.4 | 0 | $12.39 | $5.66 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Central, LA
Evening in Central on Wednesday
Local time
6:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°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
21 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
1h 45m 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 Raceland, LA to Central, LA covers 88.5 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Mars Street, West Airline Highway, I 10 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.3 miles from Raceland, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.37 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 Raceland, LA to Central, LA is easy. At 1h 45m 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 Raceland, LA to Central, LA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Raceland, LA to Central, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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