Origin
River Ridge, LA
Afternoon in River Ridge on Sunday
Local time
2:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from River Ridge, LA to Maryland, LA
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
81.7 mi
132 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
★
6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
River Ridge, LA
Pedro Luis Domínguez Ruiz
Maryland, LA
Styves Exantus
Trip Overview
The drive from River Ridge, LA to Maryland, LA covers 81.7 miles and takes about 1h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 10, Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway, Williams Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 67.4 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.49 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
40.9 miles from River Ridge, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 40m highway drive covering 81.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 67.4 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 15 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 67.4 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
70 ft
-5 ft
Total Climb
89 ft
Total Descent
20 ft
Highest Point
70 ft
~81.7 mi in
Elevation Range
75 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Garden Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 81.7 miles you will encounter 10 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 (Garden Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (LA 49 / Williams Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Garden Road
Turn right onto Garden Road
Navigation decision point
6
2.9 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
LA 49 / Williams Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto LA 49 / Williams Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
5.4 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
72.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
|
I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport
8
80.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
Take the exit toward LA 19: Scotlandville, Baker
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 8A
Toward LA 19: Scotlandville, Baker
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from River Ridge, LA to Maryland, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Airport along the way.
Airport
72.8 mi in
|
~1h 27m
|
via I 110
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 67.4 mi | 1h 15m |
| Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Williams Boulevard | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Jefferson Highway | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Scotland Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Filmore Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Airline Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 67.4 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between River Ridge, LA and Maryland, LA.
1
Start on this road
47 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Garden Road
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
·
Garden Road
3
Turn right onto LA 48
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Jefferson Highway
4
Turn right onto Filmore Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Filmore Street
5
Turn left onto US 61
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Airline Drive
6
Take the exit
241 ft
·
7 sec
7
At end of road, turn right onto LA 49
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Williams Boulevard
Use the right lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
9
Merge onto I 10
67 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 110
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 110
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 8A
Toward LA 19: Scotlandville, Baker
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto LA 19
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Scotland Avenue
14
Turn right
86 ft
·
6 sec
15
Arrive at 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 40.9 miles from River Ridge, LA, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.4 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 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.9 miles or 51m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maryland, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving River Ridge, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 River Ridge, LA
This is one driving day of about 81.7 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from River Ridge, 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 I 10 for about 67.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.9 mi from River Ridge, LA · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 40.9 miles from River Ridge, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 67.4 miles.
Arriving in Maryland, LA
The final approach into Maryland, 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 Maryland, 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
$12.49 one way
$24.98 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $13.70 | $27.40 |
| premium | $4.61 | $14.83 | $29.66 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.15 | $36.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.58 | $3.92 |
| Efficient EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.15 | $3.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.7 | 0 | $11.44 | $5.23 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Maryland, LA
Afternoon in Maryland on Sunday
Local time
2:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
88°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
20 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 40m 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 River Ridge, LA to Maryland, LA covers 81.7 miles and takes about 1h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway, Williams Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.9 miles from River Ridge, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.49 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 81.7 miles you will encounter 10 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 (Garden Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (LA 49 / Williams Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from River Ridge, LA to Maryland, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Airport along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from -5 ft to 70 ft elevation with about 89 ft of total climbing.
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