Origin
Bourg, LA
Night in Bourg on Saturday
Local time
10:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bourg, LA to New Orleans, 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 26m
Distance
65 mi
105 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bourg, LA
Eric Seddon
Trip Overview
This straightforward 65-mile drive from Bourg to New Orleans, Louisiana, is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 26 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. With 87% of the journey on highways, primarily US 90, I-310, and I-10, you'll experience a focused drive. The estimated fuel cost is a budget-friendly $10, so you won't need to worry about extensive refueling stops. This route stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent feel as you transition from Bourg to the vibrant energy of New Orleans. It's a practical choice for a quick and efficient journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 90 | 22.1 mi | 28m |
| I 310 | 11.1 mi | 12m |
| I 10 | 10.1 mi | 12m |
| Highway 24 | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Pontchartrain Expressway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| LA 182 | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| State Highway 3087 | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| East Park Avenue | 2.7 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
US 90
— 22.1 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bourg, LA and New Orleans, LA.
1
Start on Guidry Street
37 ft
·
7 sec
·
Guidry Street
2
Turn left onto LA 24
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 24
3
Turn right onto Klondyke Bridge
297 ft
·
30 sec
·
Klondyke Bridge
4
Turn sharp right onto 43
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Country Drive
5
At end of road, turn right onto Donut Street
250 ft
·
32 sec
·
Donut Street
6
Turn left onto LA 24
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Highway 24
7
Turn straight onto LA 659
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
East Park Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Turn right onto LA 3087
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Prospect Boulevard
Use the right lane.
9
Continue on LA 3087
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 3087
10
Turn right onto LA 182
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
LA 182
11
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 90 East: New Orleans
12
Merge onto US 90
22 mi
·
28 min
·
US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 310 North, LA 3127 North: Donaldsonville, New Orleans
14
Continue on I 310
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 310
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1A
Toward I 10 East: New Orleans
16
Merge onto I 10
9.6 mi
·
11 min
·
I 10
Use the straight lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Pontchartrain Expressway
Toward New Orleans, Business District
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 234B
Toward Poydras Street, Superdome
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
20
Turn left onto South Claiborne Avenue
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
South Claiborne Avenue
21
Turn right onto Tulane Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Tulane Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
Tulane Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.5 miles from Bourg, 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 185 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 64.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
43 / Country Drive
Turn sharp right onto 43 / Country Drive
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
49.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 10 East: New Orleans
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 1A
Toward I 10 East: New Orleans
8
60.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway toward New Orleans, Business District
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward New Orleans, Business District
6
63.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
I 10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
64.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward Poydras Street, Superdome
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 234B
Toward Poydras Street, Superdome
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.82 one way
$19.63 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.78 | $21.55 |
| premium | $4.56 | $11.67 | $23.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.35 | $28.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.82 | $3.12 |
| Efficient EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.69 | $2.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26 | 0 | $9.10 | $4.16 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
New Orleans, LA
Night in New Orleans on Saturday
Local time
10:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°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
13 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 26m 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 highway-focused drive for the majority of this 65-mile trip, with 87% of the route utilizing major roadways like US 90, I-310, and I-10. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 22.1 miles along US 90, offering a good opportunity to settle into a steady pace. While largely highway, the transition between these roads is generally smooth, allowing for a consistent driving experience without significant technical challenges. This profile suggests a drive where efficiency is key, rather than one filled with winding scenic byways.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 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?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 90 and I 310. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near 43 / Country Drive.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65 miles you will encounter 18 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 1.1 miles (43 / Country Drive): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 49.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 60.1 miles (I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
7 ft
-4 ft
Total Climb
10 ft
Total Descent
17 ft
Highest Point
7 ft
~41.8 mi in
Elevation Range
11 ft
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.
On the drive from Bourg, LA to New Orleans, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Business District along the way.
Business District
60.1 mi in
|
~1h 19m
|
via I 10
About the Cities
Arriving in New Orleans, LA
Full guide →Way down yonder in New Orleans (French: La Nouvelle-Orléans), you'll find the roots of jazz and a blossoming culture that is unlike anything else on Earth. Here, the laid-back atmosphere of the riverfront South has mixed with French sophistication, Spanish style, and African-American energy to create something greater than the sum of its parts. "NOLA" is the largest city in Louisiana and one of the top tourist destinations in the United States. "Laissez les bons temps rouler" is what they say here in the Big Easy, and you too can "let the good times roll" with a cool stroll down Bourbon Street, a hot Dixieland band, and even hotter Creole cuisine. Mardi Gras may be the city's calling card, but that's just one day out of the hot and muggy year in New Orleans. Go ahead, take a riverboat down the Mississippi, munch on some beignets, and watch the Saints go marchin' in.
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 26m. Total distance: 65 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). 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 New Orleans, 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 1.1 miles (43 / Country Drive): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 49.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 60.1 miles (I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New Orleans, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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