Origin
Timberlane, LA
Morning in Timberlane on Friday
Local time
8:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Timberlane, LA to Slidell, LA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
40.3 mi
65 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Timberlane, LA
Yaroslav Shuraev
Slidell, LA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Timberlane, LA to Slidell, LA covers 40.3 miles and takes about 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 10, Westbank Expressway, Belle Chasse Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 28.6 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.09 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 40.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 53m highway drive covering 40.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and Westbank Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 28.6 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 18 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 28.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Westbank Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Wall Boulevard.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 40.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 53m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Wall Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Wall Boulevard
Turn right onto Wall Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
3.3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway
Merge onto US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
8.6 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward I 10 East: Slidell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 13C
Toward I 10 East: Slidell
6
8.9 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10 toward I 10 East: Slidell
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 10 East: Slidell
7
37.5 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward LA 433: Old Spanish Trail
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 263
Toward LA 433: Old Spanish Trail
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 28.6 mi | 32m |
| Westbank Expressway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Belle Chasse Highway | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Old Spanish Trail | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Pontchartrain Expressway | 1.7 mi | 1m |
| Wall Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Sergeant Alfred Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Crescent City Connection | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 28.6 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Timberlane, LA and Slidell, LA.
1
Start on this road
490 ft
·
40 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Wall Boulevard
345 ft
·
15 sec
·
Wall Boulevard
3
Continue on Wall Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Wall Boulevard
4
Turn left onto LA 23
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Belle Chasse Highway
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on LA 23
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Lafayette Street
6
Turn right onto LA 23
94 ft
·
1 sec
·
Westbank Expressway
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 90 Business East
8
Merge onto US 90 BUS
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Westbank Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Continue on US 90 BUS
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
Crescent City Connection
10
Continue on US 90 BUS
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pontchartrain Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 13C
Toward I 10 East: Slidell
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 10
29 mi
·
32 min
·
I 10
Toward I 10 East: Slidell
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 263
Toward LA 433: Old Spanish Trail
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn left onto LA 433
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Spanish Trail
15
Turn sharp right onto Sergeant Alfred Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Sergeant Alfred Drive
16
Continue on 3rd Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
3rd Street
17
Turn left onto Bouscaren Street
220 ft
·
9 sec
·
Bouscaren Street
18
Arrive at destination
Bouscaren Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.1 mi from Timberlane, LA · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.1 miles from Timberlane, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Slidell, LA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Slidell, 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
$6.09 one way
$12.17 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $6.68 | $13.36 |
| premium | $4.56 | $7.23 | $14.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.90 | $17.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.23 | $1.93 |
| Efficient EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.53 | $1.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.64 | $2.58 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Slidell, LA
Morning in Slidell on Friday
Local time
8:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
5 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
53m 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 Timberlane, LA to Slidell, LA covers 40.3 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Westbank Expressway, Belle Chasse Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.1 miles from Timberlane, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.09 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 short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 40.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 53m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Wall Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (US 90 BUS / Westbank Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Timberlane, LA to Slidell, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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