Origin
Thibodaux Junction, LA
Afternoon in Thibodaux Junction on Thursday
Local time
3:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Thibodaux Junction, LA to Golden Meadow, LA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
50.8 mi
82 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Thibodaux Junction, LA
Tom Fisk
Golden Meadow, LA
Simon Berger
Trip Overview
The drive from Thibodaux Junction, LA to Golden Meadow, LA covers 50.8 miles and takes about 1h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on LA 308, LA 3235, Highway 1 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20 miles on LA 308. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.67 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 50.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 13m highway drive covering 50.8 miles, with most of the trip on LA 308 and LA 3235. The longest continuous stretch is about 20 miles on LA 308.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
LA 308 is the longest continuous segment at about 20 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on LA 308 and LA 3235. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near Acadia Woods Drive.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Thibodaux Junction, LA to Golden Meadow, LA is easy. At 1h 13m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (Acadia Woods Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.6 miles (LA 648 / Percy Brown Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (LA 1 / Highway 1): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
Acadia Woods Drive
Enter roundabout onto Acadia Woods Drive
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
1.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
LA 648 / Percy Brown Road
Turn right onto LA 648 / Percy Brown Road
Navigation decision point
4
2.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
LA 1 / Highway 1
Turn right onto LA 1 / Highway 1
Navigation decision point
5
15.4 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
LA 308
Turn right onto LA 308
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
50.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
LA 1 / South Bayou Drive
At end of road, turn left onto LA 1 / South Bayou Drive
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| LA 308 | 20 mi | 27m |
| LA 3235 | 14.6 mi | 17m |
| Highway 1 | 12.4 mi | 17m |
| Percy Brown Road | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Acadia Road | 1.2 mi | 4m |
| Larose Lift Bridge | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Acadia Woods Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Saint Louis Street | 0.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
LA 308
— 20 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Thibodaux Junction, LA and Golden Meadow, LA.
1
Start on Acadia Road
1.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Acadia Road
2
Enter roundabout onto Acadia Woods Drive
45 ft
·
2 sec
·
Acadia Woods Drive
3
Continue on Acadia Woods Drive
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Acadia Woods Drive
4
Continue on North Acadia Road
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North Acadia Road
5
Turn right onto LA 648
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Percy Brown Road
6
Turn right onto LA 1
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Highway 1
7
Turn left
313 ft
·
22 sec
8
Turn right onto LA 308
20 mi
·
27 min
·
LA 308
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on LA 657
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Larose Lift Bridge
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto LA 3235
15 mi
·
17 min
·
LA 3235
11
Turn left onto Saint Louis Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint Louis Street
12
At end of road, turn left onto LA 1
104 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Bayou Drive
13
Arrive at destination
LA 1
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.4 mi from Thibodaux Junction, LA · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.4 miles from Thibodaux Junction, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Golden Meadow, LA
The final approach into Golden Meadow, LA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.67 one way
$15.34 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.42 | $16.84 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.12 | $18.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.22 | $22.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.33 | $2.44 |
| Efficient EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.44 | $2.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.11 | $3.25 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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
Golden Meadow, LA
Afternoon in Golden Meadow on Thursday
Local time
3:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Montegut, LA
25 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
22 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
1h 13m 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 Thibodaux Junction, LA to Golden Meadow, LA covers 50.8 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are LA 308, LA 3235, Highway 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.4 miles from Thibodaux Junction, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.67 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.
The drive from Thibodaux Junction, LA to Golden Meadow, LA is easy. At 1h 13m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (Acadia Woods Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.6 miles (LA 648 / Percy Brown Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (LA 1 / Highway 1): Navigation decision point.
The route from Thibodaux Junction, LA to Golden Meadow, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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