Origin
Schriever, LA
Afternoon in Schriever on Sunday
Local time
2:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Schriever, LA to Marrero, LA
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
54.7 mi
88 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Schriever, LA
cottonbro studio
Marrero, LA
Israyosoy S.
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Schriever to Marrero, expect a straightforward 54.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 14 minutes. This drive is perfectly suited for a single day, as it covers a manageable distance within the Southeast region of Louisiana. With a fuel budget of approximately $8, it is a cost-effective route that does not require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Raceland-M C Express, Westbank Expressway, and Main Street. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive, it is best approached as a direct transit rather than a multi-day excursion.
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
27.4 miles from Schriever, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive defined by its local character rather than a high-speed interstate experience. While you will spend about 9% of your time on highways, the vast majority of the route consists of technical, turn-heavy local roads. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Raceland-M C Express, which spans 44.1 miles of the total distance. The personality of this drive shifts from the smaller corridors of Schriever toward the more developed infrastructure near the Westbank Expressway. Stay alert at the wheel, as the frequent turns and local traffic patterns require more engagement than a standard highway cruise.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Raceland-M C Express is the longest continuous segment at about 44.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 4.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 14m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.1 miles (US 90 / Raceland-M C Express): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.1 miles (US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
4.7 mi into trip
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~7m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
5.1 mi into trip
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~7m in
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US 90 / Raceland-M C Express
Merge onto US 90 / Raceland-M C Express
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
4
49.1 mi into trip
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~1h 6m in
|
US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway
Take the exit onto US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway toward US 90 Business
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 90 Business
5
53.1 mi into trip
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~1h 11m in
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US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway toward US 90 Business East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 90 Business East
7
54 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Raceland-M C Express | 44.1 mi | 58m |
| Westbank Expressway | 5 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Barataria Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Highway 24 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Raceland-M C Express
— 44.1 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Schriever, LA and Marrero, LA.
1
Start on Highway 24
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Highway 24
2
Turn straight onto LA 24
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Main Street
3
Turn left
354 ft
·
14 sec
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
5
Merge onto US 90
44 mi
·
58 min
·
Raceland-M C Express
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit onto US 90 BUS
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Westbank Expressway
Toward US 90 Business
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 90 BUS
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Westbank Expressway
Toward US 90 Business East
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 4B
Toward LA 45: Barataria Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto Westbank Expressway
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Westbank Expressway
10
Turn left onto LA 45
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Barataria Boulevard
11
Arrive at destination
LA 18
Trip Plan
Since this 1-hour and 14-minute trip is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 54.7-mile distance without needing any planned stops, though keeping your fuel tank in mind remains a good habit. Because the route relies heavily on local roads, check for traffic patterns on the Westbank Expressway before you head out to ensure a smooth arrival in Marrero. Factor the $8 fuel cost into your travel budget ahead of time so you are ready for the road. Use the straightforward nature of this drive to your advantage by planning your departure to avoid peak local congestion.
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 27.4 miles from Schriever, LA, or about 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.1 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 54.7 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.4 miles or 37m 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 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marrero, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Schriever, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Schriever, LA
This is one driving day of about 54.7 miles and 1h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Schriever, 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 Raceland-M C Express for about 44.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.4 mi from Schriever, LA · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 54.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.4 miles from Schriever, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Marrero, 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
$8.36 one way
$16.72 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $9.17 | $18.34 |
| premium | $4.61 | $9.93 | $19.86 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.15 | $24.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.74 | $2.63 |
| Efficient EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.79 | $2.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.66 | $3.50 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Marrero, LA
Afternoon in Marrero on Sunday
Local time
2:44 PM
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 14m 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 Schriever, LA to Marrero, LA covers 54.7 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Raceland-M C Express, Westbank Expressway, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.4 miles from Schriever, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.36 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 straightforward 1h 14m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.1 miles (US 90 / Raceland-M C Express): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.1 miles (US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Schriever, LA to Marrero, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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