Origin
Bayou Cane, LA
Afternoon in Bayou Cane on Sunday
Local time
3:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bayou Cane, LA to Laplace, LA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
53.4 mi
86 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bayou Cane, LA
Alfo Medeiros
Laplace, LA
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Trip Overview
This 56.3-mile drive from Bayou Cane to Laplace, Louisiana, is a straightforward, single-day trip taking about 1 hour and 2 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $9, it's an economical option for a quick excursion within Louisiana's Southeast region. The route primarily utilizes local roads like South Hollywood Road and New Orleans Boulevard, with a short stint on US 90 East, making it a turn-heavy local experience rather than an interstate journey. Given its short duration and lack of designated stops, this drive is perfectly suited for a single day, offering flexibility for when you choose to depart and return.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 90 | 22.1 mi | 28m |
| Airline Highway | 11.3 mi | 15m |
| I 310 | 8.2 mi | 8m |
| New Orleans Boulevard | 6.6 mi | 8m |
| South Hollywood Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| West Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 90
— 22.1 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bayou Cane, LA and Laplace, LA.
1
Start on LA 24
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
2
Turn left onto South Hollywood Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Hollywood Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Enter roundabout onto LA 182
157 ft
·
2 sec
·
New Orleans Boulevard
4
Continue on LA 182
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
New Orleans Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 90 East: New Orleans
6
Merge onto US 90
22 mi
·
28 min
·
US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 310 North, LA 3127 North: Donaldsonville, New Orleans
8
Continue on I 310
8.2 mi
·
8 min
·
I 310
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 2B-A
Toward US 61: Norco, Kenner
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 2B
Toward US 61 North: Norco
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto US 61
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Airline Highway
12
Turn left
91 ft
·
5 sec
Use the left lane.
13
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.7 miles from Bayou Cane, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 41.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
South Hollywood Road
Turn left onto South Hollywood Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
3.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
LA 182 / New Orleans Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto LA 182 / New Orleans Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
10.6 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
US 90
Merge onto US 90
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
41 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward US 61: Norco, Kenner
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 2B-A
Toward US 61: Norco, Kenner
8
41.4 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 61 North: Norco
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 2B
Toward US 61 North: Norco
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.06 one way
$16.13 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.85 | $17.71 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.58 | $19.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.79 | $23.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.56 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.67 | $2.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.48 | $3.42 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Laplace, LA
Afternoon in Laplace on Sunday
Local time
3:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 10m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 56.3-mile journey. With a 0% highway share, you'll be navigating a series of local roads, including South Hollywood Road and New Orleans Boulevard, before a brief segment on US 90 East. The absence of long highway stretches means you'll be frequently adjusting speed and direction, keeping you engaged behind the wheel. This intimate connection with local infrastructure defines the character of this route, offering a different pace than a typical interstate cruise.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.1 mi on US 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near South Hollywood Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 53.4 miles you will encounter 9 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 1.3 miles (South Hollywood Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles (LA 182 / New Orleans Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 10.6 miles (US 90): 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bayou Cane, LA and Laplace, LA, road signs point toward New Orleans and Kenner.
New Orleans
32.7 mi in
|
~44m
Kenner
41 mi in
|
~53m
About the Cities
Arriving in Laplace, LA
Full guide →LaPlace is an Unincorporated Community on the east bank of the Mississippi River in the historic "German Coast" section of the Acadiana region of Louisiana. It is just a short distance west of Greater New Orleans. LaPlace is the largest community in St. John the Baptist Parish. Around Mardi Gras time, the hotels in New Orleans, Metairie, and Kenner may be booked up, so LaPlace is a good alternative, 20 minutes drive from Kenner and Metairie, about 30 or 35 minutes from New Orleans. Until Katrina hit in 2005 this was a relatively small town with a few high schools, a Wal-mart, some strip malls, and a couple of good places to eat. LaPlace has grown significantly in the 2010s, but there is still not much to do here.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 53.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (57%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.1 miles on US 90. 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 Laplace, 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 1.3 miles (South Hollywood Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles (LA 182 / New Orleans Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 10.6 miles (US 90): 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 Laplace, LA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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