Origin
Central, LA
Late night in Central on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Central, 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 16m
Distance
60.9 mi
98 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
7 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Central, LA
Jesus Alfonso
Laplace, LA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Central to LaPlace covers 60.9 miles through the heart of Southeast Louisiana. Expect a driving time of approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes, making this an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize Joor Road, Airline Highway, and I-10 to complete the journey. With an estimated fuel cost of just $9, this route is highly economical for those looking to move between these two points efficiently. Since both locations are situated within the same region, you won't experience significant environmental shifts, but the transition from local roads to major interstate infrastructure provides a straightforward travel experience.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 41.8 mi | 44m |
| Joor Road | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Airline Highway | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| Belle Terre Boulevard | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Siegen Lane | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Airline Highway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Oak Villa Boulevard | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Hooper Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 41.8 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Central, LA and Laplace, LA.
1
Start on LA 408
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Hooper Road
2
Turn left onto LA 946
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Joor Road
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on Oak Villa
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Oak Villa
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on Oak Villa Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Oak Villa Boulevard
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto US 190
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Florida Boulevard
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 61 South: New Orleans
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto US 61; US 190
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Airline Highway
Use the left lane.
8
Take the exit
399 ft
·
10 sec
Toward LA 3246 South
9
Turn straight onto LA 3246
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Siegen Lane
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
11
Merge onto I 10
42 mi
·
44 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 206
Toward LA 3188 South: LaPlace
13
Continue on LA 3188
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Belle Terre Boulevard
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto US 61
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Airline Highway
15
Turn right
41 ft
·
3 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.4 miles from Central, 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 1.1 and 15.3 — 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
|
LA 946 / Joor Road
Turn left onto LA 946 / Joor Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
8.4 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
US 190 / Florida Boulevard
Turn right onto US 190 / Florida Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the ramp toward US 61 South: New Orleans
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 61 South: New Orleans
5
9.1 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
US 61; US 190 / Airline Highway
Merge onto US 61; US 190 / Airline Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
15.3 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.20 one way
$18.39 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.10 | $20.19 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.93 | $21.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.45 | $26.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.39 | $2.92 |
| Efficient EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.33 | $2.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.53 | $3.90 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% 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
Late night in Laplace on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
86°F
Shenandoah, LA
30 mi in
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
3 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 16m 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?
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 69% of your time spent navigating major thoroughfares. You will quickly transition from local surface streets like Joor Road onto the faster pace of Airline Highway and I-10. The most significant portion of your journey occurs on the interstate, where you will tackle a single, uninterrupted 41.8-mile stretch. While the drive starts with more localized traffic, the interstate segments allow for consistent speeds that define the latter half of the trip. Overall, the experience is functional and direct, prioritizing speed and connectivity over winding scenic detours.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.8 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Joor Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near LA 946 / Joor 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 60.9 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 1.1 miles (LA 946 / Joor Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.4 miles (US 190 / Florida Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
65 ft
35 ft
Total Climb
2 ft
Total Descent
32 ft
Highest Point
65 ft
Elevation Range
30 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Central, LA
Full guide →Central is a region in Louisiana. This area is also known as Cenla or the Crossroads.
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 16m. Total distance: 60.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.8 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 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 1.1 miles (LA 946 / Joor Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.4 miles (US 190 / Florida Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
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 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, 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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