Origin
Union Landing, LA
Evening in Union Landing on Wednesday
Local time
6:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Union Landing, LA to Denham Springs, LA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
47m
Distance
27 mi
43 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Denham Springs, LA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Union Landing, LA to Denham Springs, LA covers 27 miles and takes about 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on LA 63, West Florida Republic Parkway, LA 444 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 9.5 miles on LA 63. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.08 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
13.5 miles from Union Landing, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 47m highway drive covering 27 miles, with most of the trip on LA 63 and West Florida Republic Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 9.5 miles on LA 63.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
LA 63 is the longest continuous segment at about 9.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on LA 63 and West Florida Republic Parkway. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near LA 444.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 27 miles you will encounter 12 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 1 miles (LA 444): Navigation decision point; at 22.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 23 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
LA 444
At end of road, turn left onto LA 444
Navigation decision point
5
22.7 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward LA 1026
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 12
Toward LA 1026
6
23 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Keep slight right at fork toward LA 1026 North: Juban Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward LA 1026 North: Juban Road
5
26.5 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
LA 16 / South Hummel Street
Turn sharp right onto LA 16 / South Hummel Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
27 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
Benton Street
Turn right onto Benton Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| LA 63 | 9.5 mi | 19m |
| West Florida Republic Parkway | 9.5 mi | 10m |
| LA 444 | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| Florida Boulevard | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Juban Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Union Landing Road | 1 mi | 4m |
| Florida Avenue Southeast | 1 mi | 1m |
| South Hummel Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
LA 63
— 9.5 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Union Landing, LA and Denham Springs, LA.
1
Start on Union Landing Road
1.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Union Landing Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto LA 444
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
LA 444
3
Turn right onto LA 63
9.5 mi
·
19 min
·
LA 63
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 12 West: Baton Rouge
5
Merge onto I 12
9.5 mi
·
10 min
·
West Florida Republic Parkway
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 12
Toward LA 1026
7
Keep slight right at fork
292 ft
·
7 sec
Toward LA 1026 North: Juban Road
8
Turn slight right onto LA 1026
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Juban Road
9
Enter roundabout onto US 190
229 ft
·
3 sec
·
Florida Boulevard
10
Continue on US 190
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Florida Boulevard
11
Enter roundabout onto Florida Boulevard
163 ft
·
2 sec
·
Florida Boulevard
12
Continue on Florida Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Florida Boulevard
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on US 190
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Florida Avenue Southeast
14
Turn sharp right onto LA 16
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
South Hummel Street
15
Turn left onto Centerville Street Northeast
433 ft
·
15 sec
·
Centerville Street Northeast
16
Turn right onto Benton Street
228 ft
·
12 sec
·
Benton Street
17
Arrive at destination
Benton Street
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 13.5 miles from Union Landing, LA, or about 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.5 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 27 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.5 miles or 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Denham Springs, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Union Landing, LA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Union Landing, LA
This is one driving day of about 27 miles and 47m.
At 27 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on LA 63 for about 9.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.5 mi from Union Landing, LA · 30m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.5 miles from Union Landing, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Denham Springs, LA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Denham Springs, 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
$4.08 one way
$8.16 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.48 | $8.95 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.85 | $9.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.96 | $11.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.83 | $1.30 |
| Efficient EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.36 | $1.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.78 | $1.73 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Denham Springs, LA
Evening in Denham Springs on Wednesday
Local time
6:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Clear
SE 5 mph
0% chance
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
24 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
47m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Union Landing, LA to Denham Springs, LA covers 27 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are LA 63, West Florida Republic Parkway, LA 444. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.5 miles from Union Landing, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.08 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 27 miles you will encounter 12 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 1 miles (LA 444): Navigation decision point; at 22.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 23 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Union Landing, LA to Denham Springs, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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