Origin
Sulphur, LA
Afternoon in Sulphur on Thursday
Local time
2:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sulphur, LA to Covington, LA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 50m
Distance
201.7 mi
325 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 38m
★
6 AM
3h 50m
8 AM
4h 16m
10 AM
3h 59m
12 PM
3h 57m
3 PM
4h 1m
5 PM
4h 15m
8 PM
3h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sulphur, LA
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Covington, LA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Sulphur, LA to Covington, LA covers 201.7 miles and takes about 3h 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 10, West Florida Republic Parkway, US 90 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 114 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.46 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
100.9 miles from Sulphur, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 50m. Total distance: 201.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 50m highway drive covering 201.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and West Florida Republic Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 114 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 12 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 114 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and West Florida Republic Parkway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 90 / East Napoleon Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 50m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 90 / East Napoleon Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 138.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 197.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 90 / East Napoleon Street
Depart onto US 90 / East Napoleon Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
138.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 37m in
Take the exit toward I 12 East: Hammond
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 159
Toward I 12 East: Hammond
8
197.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 42m in
Take the exit toward LA 21: Covington, Madisonville
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 59
Toward LA 21: Covington, Madisonville
4
201.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 50m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
201.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 50m in
Turn sharp left
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 114 mi | 2h 6m |
| West Florida Republic Parkway | 58.4 mi | 1h 3m |
| US 90 | 18.6 mi | 21m |
| East Napoleon Street | 6 mi | 9m |
| South Tyler Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| Highway 21 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West 21st Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 114 mi, about 2h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sulphur, LA and Covington, LA.
1
Start on US 90
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
East Napoleon Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Take the ramp onto US 90
19 mi
·
21 min
·
US 90
3
Continue on I 10
114 mi
·
2 hr 6 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 159
Toward I 12 East: Hammond
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
5
Continue on I 12
58 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
West Florida Republic Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 59
Toward LA 21: Covington, Madisonville
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn left onto LA 21
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 21
8
Turn straight onto LA 21
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Tyler Street
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn right onto US 190 Business; LA 21
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
West 21st Avenue
10
Keep slight right at fork
89 ft
·
9 sec
11
Turn sharp left
36 ft
·
0 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 100.9 miles from Sulphur, LA, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 114 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 44 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100.9 miles or 1h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Covington, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sulphur, 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 Sulphur, LA
This is one driving day of about 201.7 miles and 3h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Sulphur, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 114 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 100.9 mi from Sulphur, LA · 1h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
101 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 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 100.9 miles from Sulphur, 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 114 miles.
Arriving in Covington, LA
The final approach into Covington, 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 Covington, LA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.46 one way
$60.92 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
71 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $33.44 | $66.88 |
| premium | $4.56 | $36.20 | $72.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.53 | $89.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.5 | 0 | $21.18 | $9.68 |
| Efficient EV | 50.4 | 0 | $17.65 | $8.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 80.7 | 1 | $28.24 | $12.91 |
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 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
Covington, LA
Afternoon in Covington on Thursday
Local time
2:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°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
28 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
3h 50m 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 Sulphur, LA to Covington, LA covers 201.7 miles and takes about 3h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, West Florida Republic Parkway, US 90. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 100.9 miles from Sulphur, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.46 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 50m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 90 / East Napoleon Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 138.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 197.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Sulphur, LA to Covington, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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