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Trip from Woodmere, LA to Prairieville, LA

Drive Time

1h 34m

Distance

73.1 mi

118 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 27m ★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 48m
8 PM
1h 30m

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

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Downtown Woodmere, LA, LA

Woodmere, LA

Valeriia Miller

Downtown Prairieville, LA, LA

Prairieville, LA

Thomas K

Trip Overview

The drive from Woodmere, LA to Prairieville, LA covers 73.1 miles and takes about 1h 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Pontchartrain Expressway, Airline Highway, Westbank Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 48.7 miles on Pontchartrain Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.18 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

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

36.6 miles from Woodmere, LA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 1h 34m highway drive covering 73.1 miles, with most of the trip on Pontchartrain Expressway and Airline Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 48.7 miles on Pontchartrain Expressway.

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.
Pontchartrain Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 48.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pontchartrain Expressway and Airline Highway. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Oakmere Drive.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.1 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 0.5 miles (Oakmere Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (Woodmere Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (Alex Kornman Boulevard): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | Oakmere Drive

At end of road, turn right onto Oakmere Drive

Navigation decision point

5
0.9 mi into trip | ~2m in | Woodmere Boulevard

At end of road, turn left onto Woodmere Boulevard

Navigation decision point

6
1.2 mi into trip | ~3m in | Alex Kornman Boulevard

At end of road, turn left onto Alex Kornman Boulevard

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

6
1.5 mi into trip | ~5m in | Destrehan Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto Destrehan Avenue

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

7
58.3 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in

Take the exit toward US 61 North: Sorrento

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 187 Toward US 61 North: Sorrento

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pontchartrain Expressway 48.7 mi 56m
Airline Highway 14.2 mi 18m
Westbank Expressway 4.2 mi 5m
Destrehan Avenue 3 mi 5m
Crescent City Connection 0.6 mi <1m
Paige Janette Drive 0.5 mi 1m
Deerpark Drive 0.4 mi 1m
Patricia Lane 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Pontchartrain Expressway — 48.7 mi, about 56m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Woodmere, LA and Prairieville, LA.

1

Start on Paige Janette Drive

0.5 mi · 1 min · Paige Janette Drive
2

At end of road, turn right onto Oakmere Drive

254 ft · 12 sec · Oakmere Drive
3

Turn right onto Deerpark Drive

0.4 mi · 1 min · Deerpark Drive
4

At end of road, turn left onto Woodmere Boulevard

308 ft · 12 sec · Woodmere Boulevard
5

Turn right onto Patricia Lane

0.2 mi · 48 sec · Patricia Lane
6

At end of road, turn left onto Alex Kornman Boulevard

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Alex Kornman Boulevard
7

Turn right onto Long Leaf Lane

0.1 mi · 28 sec · Long Leaf Lane
8

At end of road, turn left onto Destrehan Avenue

373 ft · 12 sec · Destrehan Avenue
9

Continue on Destrehan Avenue

2.0 mi · 3 min · Destrehan Avenue
10

Keep slight left at fork onto Destrehan Avenue

0.9 mi · 1 min · Destrehan Avenue
11

Continue on Westbank Expressway

0.6 mi · 1 min · Westbank Expressway
12

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 34 sec
Toward US 90 Business East
13

Merge onto US 90 BUS

3.6 mi · 4 min · Westbank Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
14

Continue on US 90 BUS

0.6 mi · 57 sec · Crescent City Connection
15

Continue on US 90 BUS

49 mi · 56 min · Pontchartrain Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 187 Toward US 61 North: Sorrento Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Merge onto US 61

14 mi · 18 min · Airline Highway
18

Arrive at destination

US 61

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 36.6 miles from Woodmere, LA, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48.7 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 73.1 miles or 1h 34m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 36.6 miles or 49m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 19m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Woodmere, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.

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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 Woodmere, LA

This is one driving day of about 73.1 miles and 1h 34m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Woodmere, 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 Pontchartrain Expressway for about 48.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 36.6 mi from Woodmere, LA · 49m into the drive

Downtown Kenner, LA, LA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Kenner, LA

37 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

Baton Rouge, LA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 73.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Kenner, LA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 36.6 miles from Woodmere, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Prairieville, LA

The final approach into Prairieville, 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 Prairieville, LA.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Discover the roots of jazz at the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, our park offers live performances, exhibits, and programs that celebrate the le...

2 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 10.1
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.18 one way

$22.35 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 26 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.26 $12.26 $24.51
premium $4.61 $13.27 $26.53
diesel $5.64 $16.24 $32.48

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 21.9 0 $7.68 $3.51
Efficient EV 18.3 0 $6.40 $2.92
EV Truck/SUV 29.2 0 $10.23 $4.68

Gas CO2

26 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (65% 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Woodmere, LA

Morning in Woodmere on Monday

Local time

8:15 AM

CDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Prairieville, LA

Morning in Prairieville on Monday

Local time

8:15 AM

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

1 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 34m 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 Woodmere, LA to Prairieville, LA covers 73.1 miles and takes about 1h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pontchartrain Expressway, Airline Highway, Westbank Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.6 miles from Woodmere, LA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.18 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 73.1 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 0.5 miles (Oakmere Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (Woodmere Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (Alex Kornman Boulevard): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
The route from Woodmere, LA to Prairieville, LA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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