Summer Road Trips in Louisiana
Routes
30
Avg Distance
324 mi
Avg Drive
6h 6m
Destinations
27
Louisiana's summer drives offer a unique blend of experiences, with routes averaging 324 miles and taking around 6 hours. You'll find drives with high drive scores up to 10, mostly flat terrain with minimal elevation changes reaching a max of 288 ft, and excellent EV charger coverage on many routes. These trips provide a fantastic way to explore the state during its warmest months, with plenty of daylight for sightseeing.
Fuel snapshot for this state
Regular
$3.90/gal
Diesel: $5.35/gal
Typical trip cost
$45–$59
One-way, ~324 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG
CO₂ per trip
~113 kg
ICE vehicle, one-way average
Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-06-01
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 Summer 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 peak | 90 | 75 | 7.6 |
| Jul peak | 91 | 77 | 6.8 |
| Aug peak | 91 | 77 | 6.9 |
| Sep | 88 | 74 | 5.1 |
| Oct | 81 | 64 | 3.7 |
| Nov | 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
- Carry extra water — summer heat in the car and at rest stops dehydrates faster than you think.
- Start drives early or late to avoid peak afternoon heat, especially through desert or plains stretches.
- Check your tire pressure before long summer drives — hot pavement increases blowout risk with underinflated tires.
Frequently Asked Questions
Summer Routes
Editor's pick
Bossier City, LA → Grand Isle, LA
Through: Lockport
This route scores a perfect 10 for a reason, spanning 382.5 miles through mostly flat terrain. With excellent EV coverage and 22 DC fast chargers, it's ideal for longer summer explorations, offering access to parks along the way.
Editor's pick
Metairie, LA → Springhill, LA
Through: Monroe
A solid drive scoring 9, this 366.5-mile trip through flat Louisiana is a great option for summer. It features park access and a decent length for a full day's exploration.
Editor's pick
Metairie, LA → Vivian, LA
Boasting a 10 drive score, this 352-mile journey offers excellent EV infrastructure with 22 DC fast chargers. It travels through mainly flat landscapes, making it a comfortable summer cruise with park access.
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
Minden, LA → Terrytown, LA
Through: Opelousas
Minden, LA → Slidell, LA
Through: Archibald
New Orleans, LA → Red Chute, LA
Shreveport, LA → Terrytown, LA
Through: Opelousas
Bossier City, LA → Arabi, LA
Through: Opelousas
Metairie, LA → Blanchard, LA
Bossier City, LA → Bourg, LA
Bossier City, LA → Bridge City, LA
Through: Opelousas
Shreveport, LA → Harahan, LA
Through: Opelousas
Bossier City, LA → Elmwood, LA
Through: Opelousas
Bossier City, LA → Luling, LA
Through: Opelousas
Bossier City, LA → Saint Rose, LA
Through: Opelousas
New Orleans, LA → Stonewall, LA
Bossier City, LA → Gray, LA
Bossier City, LA → Schriever, LA
Kenner, LA → Stonewall, LA
Gretna, LA → Ruston, LA
Through: Airport
Terrytown, LA → Ruston, LA
Through: Airport
New Orleans, LA → Farmerville, LA
Through: Airport
Bossier City, LA → Reserve, LA
Through: Opelousas
Shreveport, LA → Killian, LA
Through: Opelousas
Bossier City, LA → Roseland, LA
Through: Archibald
Bossier City, LA → Ponchatoula, LA
Through: Opelousas