Fall Road Trips in Louisiana
Routes
30
Avg Distance
342 mi
Avg Drive
6h 27m
Destinations
15
Louisiana in the fall offers a welcome respite from summer heat, making it ideal for exploring its diverse landscapes. With 30 routes averaging 342 miles and nearly 7 hours, you'll find plenty of drives. Expect mostly flat terrain, with max elevations around 288 ft, and excellent EV charging coverage, with up to 30 DC fast chargers available on some trips. Drive scores range from 8 to 10, promising engaging experiences.
Fuel snapshot for this state
Regular
$3.53/gal
Diesel: $4.80/gal
Typical trip cost
$46–$53
One-way, ~342 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG
CO₂ per trip
~120 kg
ICE vehicle, one-way average
Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-07-13
Climate through the year: Louisiana
Louisiana peaks at around 91°F in Jul and cools to 63°F / 46°F in Jan. Wettest month is Jun at ~7.6 in of rain. Table highlights Fall months.
| Month | High °F | Low °F | Rain in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 63 | 46 | 5.2 |
| Feb | 66 | 50 | 4.1 |
| Mar | 72 | 55 | 4.4 |
| Apr | 79 | 62 | 5.2 |
| May | 85 | 69 | 5.6 |
| Jun | 90 | 75 | 7.6 |
| Jul | 91 | 77 | 6.8 |
| Aug | 91 | 77 | 6.9 |
| Sep peak | 88 | 74 | 5.1 |
| Oct peak | 81 | 64 | 3.7 |
| Nov peak | 71 | 54 | 3.9 |
| Dec | 65 | 48 | 4.8 |
Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for LA — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.
Planning Tips
- Check the weather forecast for your route, not just your origin and destination.
- Bring layers for shoulder-season travel — mornings and evenings can be much cooler than midday.
- Louisiana routes can vary in condition depending on the time of year. Check for construction zones.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fall Routes
Editor's pick
Bossier City, LA → Grand Isle, LA
Through: Lockport
This 382-mile route boasts a perfect 10 drive score and excellent EV infrastructure, making it a top choice. It traverses mostly flat terrain and offers access to parks for added exploration.
Editor's pick
Metairie, LA → Springhill, LA
Through: Monroe
With a high drive score of 9 and 23 DC fast chargers, this trip offers great convenience. The 366-mile drive features mostly flat terrain and includes park access.
Editor's pick
Cullen, LA → Metairie, LA
Through: Sibley → Opelousas
This journey scores an 8 and features the highest DC fast charger count at 30, ensuring seamless charging. The drive is mostly highway on flat terrain, with park access along the way.
Metairie, LA → Vivian, LA
Kenner, LA → Cullen, LA
Through: Springhill
Galliano, LA → Bossier City, LA
Galliano, LA → Shreveport, LA
Kenner, LA → Vivian, LA
Eastwood, LA → Marrero, LA
Through: Opelousas
Bossier City, LA → Barataria, LA
Through: Opelousas → Clearview Parkway South → New Orleans
Bossier City, LA → Jean Lafitte, LA
Through: Opelousas → Clearview Parkway South → New Orleans
Shreveport, LA → Cut Off, LA
Through: Lockport
Benton, LA → New Orleans, LA
Through: Opelousas
Violet, LA → Bossier City, LA
Orleans Parish, LA → Shreveport, LA
Minden, LA → Terrytown, LA
Through: Opelousas
Bayou Gauche, LA → Bossier City, LA
Bayou Gauche, LA → Shreveport, LA
Minden, LA → Slidell, LA
Through: Archibald
Meraux, LA → Shreveport, LA
Haughton, LA → Metairie, LA
Through: Opelousas
Slidell, LA → Shreveport, LA
Blanchard, LA → New Orleans, LA
Through: Opelousas
Homer, LA → New Orleans, LA
Through: Archibald
Timberlane, LA → Bossier City, LA
New Orleans, LA → Red Chute, LA
Greenwood, LA → New Orleans, LA
Through: Opelousas
Chalmette, LA → Bossier City, LA
Shreveport, LA → Terrytown, LA
Through: Opelousas
Chauvin, LA → Bossier City, LA