Origin
Slidell, LA
Morning in Slidell on Wednesday
Local time
7:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Slidell, LA to Jefferson, LA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
48m
Distance
36.9 mi
59 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
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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.
Slidell, LA
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Jefferson, LA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 36.9-mile drive from Slidell, Louisiana to Jefferson, Louisiana is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 48 minutes. The journey predominantly utilizes major highways, with I-10 forming the backbone of the route for a significant stretch. Expect a fuel cost of around $6 for this relatively short distance. Given its brevity and highway-focused nature, this route is ideal for those looking to quickly connect two points within the Southeast region of Louisiana without extensive planning.
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
18.4 miles from Slidell, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This trip is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 83% of the route utilizing major roads like I-10 and Earhart Expressway. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 29.8 miles on I-10, offering a consistent pace. While the majority of the drive is on high-speed roadways, you will also navigate sections of Old Spanish Trail, providing a slight variation in the driving experience. The personality of this route is largely defined by its efficient, direct connection between its origin and destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 29.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Old Spanish Trail. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 3rd Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 36.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 32.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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3rd Street
Turn right onto 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
8
32.6 mi into trip
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~39m in
Take the exit toward US 61: Airline Drive, Tulane Avenue, Carrollton Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 232
Toward US 61: Airline Drive, Tulane Avenue, Car...
9
32.8 mi into trip
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~39m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 61 South: Tulane Avenue, Carrollton Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward US 61 South: Tulane Avenue, Carrollton A...
6
35.5 mi into trip
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~45m in
Take the exit toward Deckbar Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Deckbar Avenue
6
36.4 mi into trip
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~46m in
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US 90 / Jefferson Highway
Turn right onto US 90 / Jefferson Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Slidell, LA to Jefferson, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Carrollton Avenue South along the way.
Carrollton Avenue South
33 mi in
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~40m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 29.8 mi | 34m |
| Old Spanish Trail | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Earhart Expressway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Earhart Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Sergeant Alfred Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South Carrollton Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Jefferson Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Deckbar Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 29.8 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Slidell, LA and Jefferson, LA.
1
Start on Bouscaren Street
220 ft
·
11 sec
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Bouscaren Street
2
Turn right onto 3rd Street
0.2 mi
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16 sec
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3rd Street
3
Continue on Sergeant Alfred Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Sergeant Alfred Drive
4
Turn sharp left onto LA 433
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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Old Spanish Trail
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 10 West: New Orleans
6
Merge onto I 10
30 mi
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34 min
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I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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18 sec
Exit 232
Toward US 61: Airline Drive, Tulane Avenue, Carrollton Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward US 61 South: Tulane Avenue, Carrollton Avenue
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Toward Carrollton Avenue South
10
Continue on Dublin Street
470 ft
·
16 sec
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Dublin Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn left onto Palmetto Street
398 ft
·
14 sec
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Palmetto Street
12
Turn right onto South Carrollton Avenue
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
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South Carrollton Avenue
13
Turn right onto Earhart Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Earhart Boulevard
14
Continue on LA 3139
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Earhart Expressway
15
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward Deckbar Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
16
Continue on Deckbar Avenue
0.3 mi
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26 sec
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Deckbar Avenue
17
Turn right onto US 90
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
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Jefferson Highway
Use the right lane.
18
Turn right onto Labarre Road
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
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Labarre Road
19
Turn left onto Madelon Street
276 ft
·
12 sec
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Madelon Street
20
Arrive at destination
Madelon Street
Trip Plan
For this quick 48-minute drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Since the total distance is only 36.9 miles, you won't need to worry about extensive stop planning. However, it's always wise to check traffic conditions before you leave Slidell, especially if you're traveling during peak hours, as I-10 can experience congestion. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, though the estimated $6 cost suggests a full tank should be more than sufficient for this short hop.
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 18.4 miles from Slidell, LA, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.8 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 36.9 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.4 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jefferson, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Slidell, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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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 Slidell, LA
This is one driving day of about 36.9 miles and 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Slidell, 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 29.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.4 mi from Slidell, LA · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.4 miles from Slidell, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Jefferson, LA
The final approach into Jefferson, 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 Jefferson, 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
$5.57 one way
$11.15 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $6.12 | $12.24 |
| premium | $4.56 | $6.62 | $13.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.15 | $16.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.87 | $1.77 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.23 | $1.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Jefferson, LA
Morning in Jefferson on Wednesday
Local time
7:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°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
19 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
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 Slidell, LA to Jefferson, LA covers 36.9 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Old Spanish Trail, Earhart 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 18.4 miles from Slidell, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.57 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 demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 36.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 32.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Slidell, LA to Jefferson, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Carrollton Avenue South along the way.
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