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Trip from Union Landing, LA to Port Vincent, LA

Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026

Drive Time

29m

Distance

13.6 mi

22 km

Drive Score

5/10

Practical drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 7 min
4 AM
0h 27m ★
6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Trip Overview

The drive from Union Landing, LA to Port Vincent, LA covers 13.6 miles and takes about 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on LA 444, LA 16, Union Landing Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 7.1 miles on LA 444. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.05 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

6.8 miles from Union Landing, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 29m highway drive covering 13.6 miles, with most of the trip on LA 444 and LA 16. The longest continuous stretch is about 7.1 miles on LA 444.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 4 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
LA 444 is the longest continuous segment at about 7.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on LA 444 and LA 16. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near LA 444.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Union Landing, LA to Port Vincent, LA is easy. At 29m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (LA 444): Navigation decision point; at 8.1 miles (LA 16): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

2 of 2 key points

These 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
8.1 mi into trip | ~21m in | LA 16

At end of road, turn right onto LA 16

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
LA 444 7.1 mi 17m
LA 16 5.5 mi 8m
Union Landing Road 1 mi 4m
Longest stretch: LA 444 — 7.1 mi, about 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Union Landing, LA and Port Vincent, 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

7.1 mi · 17 min · LA 444
3

At end of road, turn right onto LA 16

5.5 mi · 8 min · LA 16
4

Arrive at destination

LA 16; LA 42

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 6.8 miles from Union Landing, LA, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.1 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 13.6 miles or 29m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 6.8 miles or 18m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 26m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Port Vincent, LA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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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 13.6 miles and 29m.

At 13.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on LA 444 for about 7.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 6.8 mi from Union Landing, LA · 18m into the drive

Pacing Suggestions

French Settlement, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 13.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Sorrento, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 6.8 miles from Union Landing, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Port Vincent, LA

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Port Vincent, 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

$2.05 one way

$4.11 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 5 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $2.25 $4.51
premium $4.56 $2.44 $4.88
diesel $5.61 $3.00 $6.01

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$27–$52

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 4.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 4.1 0 $1.43 $0.65
Efficient EV 3.4 0 $1.19 $0.54
EV Truck/SUV 5.4 0 $1.90 $0.87

Gas CO2

5 kg

EV CO2

2 kg (60% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 12, 2026

Origin

Union Landing, LA

Evening in Union Landing on Wednesday

Local time

6:16 PM

CDT

Current temp

87°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Port Vincent, LA

Evening in Port Vincent on Wednesday

Local time

6:16 PM

CDT

Current temp

61°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

26 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

29m 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 Union Landing, LA to Port Vincent, LA covers 13.6 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are LA 444, LA 16, Union Landing Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.8 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 $2.05 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 Union Landing, LA to Port Vincent, LA is easy. At 29m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (LA 444): Navigation decision point; at 8.1 miles (LA 16): Navigation decision point.
The route from Union Landing, LA to Port Vincent, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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