Origin
Waggaman, LA
Afternoon in Waggaman on Sunday
Local time
3:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Waggaman, LA to Laplace, LA
Drive Time
42m
Distance
28.9 mi
47 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
★
6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 50m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waggaman, LA
Richy Dannielz
Laplace, LA
Miguel Cuenca
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Waggaman to Laplace, you are in for a quick 28.9-mile journey across Southeast Louisiana. Expect to spend about 42 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate using a combination of Airline Highway, US 90, and the Hale Boggs Bridge. With a fuel cost estimate of $4, this is a budget-friendly transit between the two locations. Because the entire route remains within the Southeast region of the state, you won't experience drastic climate or topographical shifts. It is a straightforward, practical commute that gets you where you need to go without unnecessary complexity.
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
14.4 miles from Waggaman, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 28.9-mile trip is defined as a turn-heavy local drive, so stay alert as you transition between different road types. While roughly 27% of your travel occurs on highways, the route requires frequent adjustments rather than long stretches of monotonous cruising. You will find your longest uninterrupted segment on Airline Highway, which spans 11.3 miles of the total distance. The drive is a mix of technical local navigation and faster highway sections, demanding your full attention at intersections and turns. Be prepared for a dynamic experience that keeps you engaged from start to finish rather than a mindless interstate slog.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Airline Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 11.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near US 90.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 28.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (US 90): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles (LA 18 / River Road): Navigation decision point; at 12 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 90
Turn right onto US 90
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
9.6 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
LA 18 / River Road
At end of road, turn left onto LA 18 / River Road
Navigation decision point
7
12 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 310 North: New Orleans
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 310 North: New Orleans
6
16.6 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward US 61: Norco, Kenner
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 2B-A
Toward US 61: Norco, Kenner
8
16.9 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 61 North: Norco
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 2B
Toward US 61 North: Norco
Towns Along This Route
Between Waggaman, LA and Laplace, LA, road signs point toward Boutte, New Orleans and Kenner.
Boutte
11.8 mi in
|
~19m
New Orleans
11.8 mi in
|
~19m
Kenner
16.6 mi in
|
~25m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Airline Highway | 11.3 mi | 15m |
| US 90 | 7.9 mi | 10m |
| Hale Boggs Bridge | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| River Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Barton Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Defourneau Lane | 0.6 mi | 2m |
| Gambino Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Airline Highway
— 11.3 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waggaman, LA and Laplace, 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
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Turn right onto LA 3060
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Barton Avenue
6
At end of road, turn left onto LA 18
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
River Road
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward Boutte, New Orleans
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 310 North: New Orleans
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto I 310
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Hale Boggs Bridge
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 2B-A
Toward US 61: Norco, Kenner
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 2B
Toward US 61 North: Norco
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto US 61
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Airline Highway
Use the none lane.
13
Turn left
91 ft
·
5 sec
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 42-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire trip without needing to schedule formal stops, as the total duration is quite manageable. However, keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means you should plan your navigation ahead of time to avoid missed exits. Given the $4 fuel estimate, you can comfortably fill up before you leave Waggaman without worrying about mid-trip costs. My best advice for this specific route is to stay focused during the transition onto the Hale Boggs Bridge, as the local road navigation requires more precision than typical highway driving.
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 14.4 miles from Waggaman, LA, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.3 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 28.9 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.4 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Laplace, 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.
+
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 28.9 miles and 42m.
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 Airline Highway for about 11.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.4 mi from Waggaman, LA · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 28.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.4 miles from Waggaman, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Laplace, LA
The final approach into Laplace, 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 Laplace, 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
$4.42 one way
$8.84 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $4.85 | $9.69 |
| premium | $4.61 | $5.25 | $10.49 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.42 | $12.84 |
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: 10.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.03 | $1.39 |
| Efficient EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.53 | $1.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.05 | $1.85 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Laplace, LA
Afternoon in Laplace on Sunday
Local time
3:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°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
18 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
42m 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 Laplace, LA covers 28.9 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Airline Highway, US 90, Hale Boggs Bridge. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.4 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 $4.42 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 demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 28.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (US 90): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles (LA 18 / River Road): Navigation decision point; at 12 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Waggaman, LA and Laplace, LA, road signs point toward Boutte, New Orleans and Kenner.
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