Barataria, LA Road Trips
Drivers starting from Barataria, LA have 2 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Southeast. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 27-mile quick runs to 285-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Barataria, LA head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
344.5 mi
Bossier City, LA
Quickest Drive
39m
New Orleans, LA
Plan Around Barataria, LA
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Barataria, LA is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Barataria, LA
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Barataria, LA
Driving from Barataria, LA
On average, trips departing from Barataria, LA run 156 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 16m. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 285 miles (5h 47m), while the shortest is just 27 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Barataria, LA most often head toward Monroe, LA (284.9 mi, 5h 47m) and Metairie, LA (26.5 mi, 45m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
For the average 156-mile drive from Barataria, LA, expect to burn about 6.1 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 2 mapped routes leaving Barataria, LA and 4 routes heading into Barataria, LA, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 27 to 285 miles.
The longest mapped route from Barataria, LA covers 285 miles and takes approximately 5h 47m. Shorter options start at just 27 miles.
The average route from Barataria, LA runs about 156 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 16m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
The most popular road trip destinations from Barataria, LA include Monroe, LA and Metairie, LA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Barataria, LA by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
688
Median Income
$82,772
Median Home Value
$187,500
Median Age
53.1
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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