Origin
Waggaman, LA
Afternoon in Waggaman on Sunday
Local time
2:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Waggaman, LA to Houma, LA
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
42.8 mi
69 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waggaman, LA
Richy Dannielz
Houma, LA
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
Connecting Waggaman to Houma is a straightforward 42.8-mile journey that typically takes about one hour and one minute of driving time. Because this trip is short and located entirely within Southeast Louisiana, it functions perfectly as a quick day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $7 in fuel for the one-way trek. By utilizing US 90, LA 182, and New Orleans Boulevard, you move efficiently through the region. This route is an ideal choice if you are looking for a practical, no-fuss connection between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
21.4 miles from Waggaman, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 94% of this drive is spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on US 90, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch covering 33.3 miles. The road’s personality is defined by these fast, efficient highway segments that eventually transition into the local flow of New Orleans Boulevard as you approach your destination. While the experience is primarily about speed and directness rather than technical winding roads, the shift from high-speed highway to town-entry driving is the most notable change in pace you will encounter behind the wheel.
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.
US 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 33.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 90 and LA 182. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near US 90.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 42.8 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.6 miles (US 90): Lane positioning matters here; at 33.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 34.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 90
Turn right onto US 90
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
33.9 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Take the exit toward LA 182: Houma
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 210
Toward LA 182: Houma
6
34.1 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Keep slight left at fork toward LA 182 West: Houma
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward LA 182 West: Houma
5
34.2 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Turn left toward LA 182 West: Houma
Navigation decision point
Toward LA 182 West: Houma
5
42.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
School Street
Turn right onto School Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 90 | 33.3 mi | 45m |
| LA 182 | 6.9 mi | 9m |
| New Orleans Boulevard | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Defourneau Lane | 0.6 mi | 2m |
| Barrow Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Park Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Gambino Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| School Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 90
— 33.3 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waggaman, LA and Houma, LA.
1
Start on Gambino Road
67 ft
·
6 sec
·
Gambino Road
2
Turn right onto Defourneau Lane
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Defourneau Lane
3
Turn right onto US 90
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
US 90
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on US 90
11 mi
·
17 min
·
US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on US 90
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on US 90
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 90
15 mi
·
18 min
·
US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 210
Toward LA 182: Houma
9
Keep slight left at fork
490 ft
·
15 sec
Toward LA 182 West: Houma
10
Turn left
204 ft
·
5 sec
Toward LA 182 West: Houma
11
Continue on LA 182
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
LA 182
12
Enter roundabout onto LA 182
145 ft
·
2 sec
·
New Orleans Boulevard
13
Continue on LA 182
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
New Orleans Boulevard
14
Turn right onto LA 24; LA 182
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Park Avenue
15
Turn left onto LA 182
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Barrow Street
16
Turn right onto School Street
47 ft
·
2 sec
·
School Street
17
Arrive at destination
School Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule to avoid peak local traffic. You likely won't need to plan for any formal stops along the 42.8-mile path, though keeping that $7 fuel budget in mind ensures you are ready for the road. Pay close attention to the transition points between US 90 and LA 182, as the change in road type can be abrupt. Because the longest stretch of 33.3 miles happens early on, try to settle into a comfortable cruising speed early to make the most of the highway-heavy layout. Embracing the direct nature of this route allows you to reach Houma with minimal stress.
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 21.4 miles from Waggaman, LA, or about 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.3 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 42.8 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.4 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Houma, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Waggaman, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Waggaman, LA
This is one driving day of about 42.8 miles and 1h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Waggaman, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 90 for about 33.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.4 mi from Waggaman, LA · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.4 miles from Waggaman, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Houma, LA
The final approach into Houma, 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 Houma, LA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.54 one way
$13.09 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $7.18 | $14.35 |
| premium | $4.61 | $7.77 | $15.54 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.51 | $19.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.49 | $2.05 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.74 | $1.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.99 | $2.74 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Houma, LA
Afternoon in Houma on Sunday
Local time
2:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°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
17 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 1m 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 Waggaman, LA to Houma, LA covers 42.8 miles and takes about 1h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 90, LA 182, New Orleans Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.4 miles from Waggaman, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.54 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 42.8 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.6 miles (US 90): Lane positioning matters here; at 33.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 34.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Waggaman, LA to Houma, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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