Origin
Colfax, LA
Morning in Colfax on Sunday
Local time
9:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Colfax, LA to Kadesh, LA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
27m
Distance
19.3 mi
31 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Colfax, LA
Perry Z
Kadesh, LA
Photography Maghradze PH
Trip Overview
Colfax to Kadesh is 19.3 miles and takes about 27 minutes via US 71, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This brief journey stays within Louisiana, connecting two points in the Southeast region. It's a highway-focused drive, meaning you'll likely find consistent speeds and straightforward navigation for most of the trip. Given its short length and direct path, this route is ideal for a quick transit or as part of a larger travel plan, offering a simple way to cover a small distance without significant time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 71 | 16.8 mi | 23m |
| State Route 158 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| 8th Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 71
— 16.8 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colfax, LA and Kadesh, LA.
1
Start on 8th Street
50 ft
·
4 sec
·
8th Street
2
Turn right onto LA 8
68 ft
·
7 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto LA 158
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
State Route 158
4
Continue on LA 158
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
8th Street
5
Continue on LA 158
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 158
6
At end of road, turn left onto US 71; LA 158
17 mi
·
23 min
·
US 71; LA 158
7
Arrive at destination
US 71
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 2.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
LA 8 / Main Street
Turn right onto LA 8 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
LA 158 / State Route 158
Turn left onto LA 158 / State Route 158
Navigation decision point
4
2.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 71; LA 158
At end of road, turn left onto US 71; LA 158
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.91 one way
$5.83 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.20 | $6.40 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.46 | $6.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.26 | $8.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.03 | $0.93 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.69 | $0.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.70 | $1.24 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Kadesh, LA
Morning in Kadesh on Sunday
Local time
9:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°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
29 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
27m 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 is a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 95% of the route utilizing major roads like US 71 and State Route 158. You'll experience a consistent pace for the majority of the 19.3 miles, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 16.8 miles on US 71. The route progresses smoothly, primarily on well-maintained highways, suggesting a direct and efficient journey. Expect a driving experience characterized by steady travel rather than winding local roads, making it an easy drive from start to finish.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.8 mi on US 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 71 and State Route 158. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near LA 8 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Colfax, LA to Kadesh, LA is easy. At 27m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 8 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (LA 158 / State Route 158): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (US 71; LA 158): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 27m. Total distance: 19.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.8 miles on US 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (LA 8 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (LA 158 / State Route 158): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (US 71; LA 158): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Cane River Creole 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 Kadesh, 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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