Origin
Springfield, LA
Night in Springfield on Wednesday
Local time
10:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, LA to Weiss, LA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
51m
Distance
32.7 mi
53 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Springfield, LA to Weiss, LA covers 32.7 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Weiss Road, West Florida Republic Parkway, LA 43 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.6 miles on Weiss Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.94 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
16.4 miles from Springfield, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Springfield, LA to Weiss, LA covers 32.7 miles and takes about 51m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Weiss Road is the longest continuous segment at about 15.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 32.7 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: at 4.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 14.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
4.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
14.1 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward LA 63: Frost, Livingston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward LA 63: Frost, Livingston
4
14.5 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
16.3 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
US 190; LA 63 / Florida Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 190; LA 63 / Florida Street
Navigation decision point
4
16.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
LA 63 / North Range Road
Turn right onto LA 63 / North Range Road
Navigation decision point
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 Springfield, LA to Weiss, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Livingston along the way.
Livingston
14.1 mi in
|
~18m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Weiss Road | 15.6 mi | 27m |
| West Florida Republic Parkway | 9.5 mi | 10m |
| LA 43 | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| South Frost Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| North Range Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Florida Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Connie Clarinda Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Weiss Road
— 15.6 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, LA and Weiss, LA.
1
Start on LA 22; LA 1037
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto LA 43
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
LA 43
3
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
4
Merge onto I 12
9.5 mi
·
10 min
·
West Florida Republic Parkway
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward LA 63: Frost, Livingston
6
Keep slight right at fork
268 ft
·
6 sec
7
Turn slight right onto LA 63
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Frost Road
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 190; LA 63
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Florida Street
9
Turn right onto LA 63
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
North Range Road
10
Continue on LA 63
10 mi
·
17 min
·
Weiss Road
11
Continue on LA 63
5.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Weiss Road
12
Turn right onto Connie Clarinda Lane
122 ft
·
5 sec
·
Connie Clarinda Lane
13
Arrive at destination
Connie Clarinda Lane
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 16.4 miles from Springfield, LA, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.6 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 32.7 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.4 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Weiss, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Springfield, LA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Springfield, LA
This is one driving day of about 32.7 miles and 51m.
At 32.7 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Weiss Road for about 15.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.4 mi from Springfield, LA · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.4 miles from Springfield, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Weiss, LA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Weiss, LA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.94 one way
$9.88 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.42 | $10.84 |
| premium | $4.56 | $5.87 | $11.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.22 | $14.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.86 | $1.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.58 | $2.09 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Weiss, LA
Night in Weiss on Wednesday
Local time
10:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Livingston, LA
16 mi in
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
1 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
51m 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 Springfield, LA to Weiss, LA covers 32.7 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Weiss Road, West Florida Republic Parkway, LA 43. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.4 miles from Springfield, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.94 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 32.7 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: at 4.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 14.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Springfield, LA to Weiss, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Livingston along the way.
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