If you are looking for a straightforward trip through Southeast Louisiana, the 89.4-mile journey from Avondale to Maryland is a manageable trek. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 51 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You will primarily utilize I-10, the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Freeway, and US-90 to navigate between these two points. Budgeting roughly $14 for fuel should cover your needs for the trip. Since the drive is relatively short and focused, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics, leaving you plenty of time to reach your destination and complete your errands or visits within the same day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.7 miles from Avondale, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 58m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
70.8 mi
1h 20m
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
6.2 mi
8m
US 90
4.8 mi
7m
LA 3152
3.8 mi
7m
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway
1.8 mi
2m
Scotland Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
Jamie Boulevard
0.2 mi
1m
Valentine Drive
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 70.8 mi, about 1h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Avondale, LA and Maryland, LA.
1
Start on Valentine Drive
0.1 mi·30 sec·Valentine Drive
2
Turn right onto Jamie Boulevard
0.2 mi·1 min·Jamie Boulevard
3
Turn left onto US 90
4.8 mi·7 min·US 90
4
Continue on LA 3152
3.8 mi·7 min·LA 3152
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi·50 sec
Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·41 sec
7
Merge onto I 10
71 mi·1 hr 20 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 110
6.2 mi·8 min·Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 110
1.8 mi·2 min·Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·51 sec
Exit 8AToward LA 19: Scotlandville, BakerUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto LA 19
0.7 mi·1 min·Scotland Avenue
12
Turn right
86 ft·6 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this sub-two-hour drive, try to time your departure to avoid peak commuting hours on the major interstates involved. Since the entire route is highway-dominant, you have the flexibility to complete the 89.4-mile stretch without needing to plan for formal rest stops or meal breaks. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto I-10, as the 70.8-mile primary stretch offers fewer opportunities to exit and refuel compared to local roads. If you are traveling during high-traffic periods, check your navigation app for real-time updates on the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Freeway to ensure your travel time remains near the estimated 1 hour and 51 minutes.
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 44.7 miles from Avondale, LA, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.8 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 20 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.7 miles or 58m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maryland, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Avondale, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Avondale, LA
This is one driving day of about 89.4 miles and 1h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Avondale, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 70.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 88.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Jamie Boulevard
Turn right onto Jamie Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|US 90
Turn left onto US 90
Navigation decision point
5
9.7 mi into trip|~18m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
80.5 mi into trip|~1h 38m in|I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport
8
88.5 mi into trip|~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward LA 19: Scotlandville, Baker
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 8A
Toward LA 19: Scotlandville, Baker
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.50 one way
$27.00 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$14.82
$29.64
premium
$4.56
$16.05
$32.09
diesel
$5.61
$19.74
$39.48
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.8
0
$9.39
$4.29
Efficient EV
22.4
0
$7.82
$3.58
EV Truck/SUV
35.8
0
$12.52
$5.72
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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 as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Avondale, LA
Night
in Avondale on Saturday
Local time
11:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Maryland, LA
Night
in Maryland on Saturday
Local time
11:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
86°F
Shenandoah, LA
45 mi in
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
5 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 51m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is a quintessential highway-focused drive, with 98% of your journey spent on high-speed thoroughfares. You will find yourself settling into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch spans 70.8 miles specifically on I-10. Because the majority of the path is on interstates and major freeways, the experience is consistent and efficient rather than technical or winding. Expect a steady, predictable pace that favors highway cruising over local road navigation. The transition between these major arteries is seamless, allowing you to maintain momentum as you traverse the southeast region of the state.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 70.8 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Jamie Boulevard.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 89.4 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.1 miles (Jamie Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 90): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Avondale, LA to Maryland, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Airport along the way.
Airport
80.5 mi in|~1h 38m|via I 110
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 51m. Total distance: 89.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 70.8 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Maryland, LA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Jamie Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 90): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Maryland, LA before heading back.
