Road Trips from Houma, LA
Where to drive next — curated by how much time you have and what you're in the mood for.
Total Routes
14
Shortest
0.8h
With Parks Nearby
10
Under 2 hours
6 total in this range
Full-day getaway
Franklinton, LA
2h 32m113.6 mi one way
Bogalusa, LA
2h 30m112.9 mi one way
Jackson, LA
2h 41m121.9 mi one way
Breaux Bridge, LA
2h 15m106.7 mi one way
Bunkie, LA
3h 12m159.6 mi one way
Weekend trip
Browse by Mood
Jonesboro, LA
5h 8m262.1 mi one way
Franklinton, LA
2h 32m113.6 mi one way
Saint Gabriel, LA
1h 41m71.6 mi one way
Bastrop, LA
5h 51m276.8 mi one way
Jonesboro, LA
5h 8m262.1 mi one way
Bastrop, LA
5h 51m276.8 mi one way
Shreveport, LA
5h 48m314.5 mi one way
Breaux Bridge, LA
2h 15m106.7 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Mild temps before summer humidity sets in.
Summer
Fewer closures but plan for heat and heavier traffic.
Fall
Cooler temps and foliage make it the underrated season here.
Winter
This is the sweet spot — mild and dry for road trips.
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