Origin
Denham Springs, LA
Late night in Denham Springs on Tuesday
Local time
3:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Denham Springs, LA to Central, LA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
15m
Distance
8.7 mi
14 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 14m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Denham Springs, LA
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Central, LA
Jesus Alfonso
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Denham Springs to Central, you are in for a quick 8.7-mile journey that takes approximately 15 minutes. This route stays entirely within the Southeast region of Louisiana, making it an ideal candidate for a simple day trip that requires no overnight planning. You can expect to spend about $1 on fuel for the entire excursion, keeping your travel expenses minimal. Because this trip is so short, it is perfectly suited for a quick errand or a casual visit between these two local communities. It is a straightforward drive that prioritizes efficiency over long-distance exploration.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Beach Road | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| North Range Avenue | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Wax Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Sullivan Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| North Hummel Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Centerville Street Northwest | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Benton Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Hooper Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Magnolia Beach Road
— 3.4 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Denham Springs, LA and Central, LA.
1
Start on Benton Street
228 ft
·
18 sec
·
Benton Street
2
Turn left onto Centerville Street Northwest
433 ft
·
22 sec
·
Centerville Street Northwest
3
Turn sharp left onto LA 16
475 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Hummel Street
4
Turn straight onto LA 16
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
North Range Avenue
5
Turn left onto LA 64
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Magnolia Beach Road
6
Continue on LA 3034
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Wax Road
7
Turn right onto LA 3034
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Sullivan Road
8
Turn right onto LA 408
52 ft
·
1 sec
·
Hooper Road
9
Arrive at destination
LA 408
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 8.7 — 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
|
Centerville Street Northwest
Turn left onto Centerville Street Northwest
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
LA 16 / North Hummel Street
Turn sharp left onto LA 16 / North Hummel Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
3
3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
LA 64 / Magnolia Beach Road
Turn left onto LA 64 / Magnolia Beach Road
Navigation decision point
3
7.7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
LA 3034 / Sullivan Road
Turn right onto LA 3034 / Sullivan Road
Navigation decision point
4
8.7 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
LA 408 / Hooper Road
Turn right onto LA 408 / Hooper Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.31 one way
$2.63 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $1.44 | $2.88 |
| premium | $4.56 | $1.56 | $3.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.92 | $3.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.91 | $0.42 |
| Efficient EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.76 | $0.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Central, LA
Late night in Central on Tuesday
Local time
3:07 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
1 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
15m 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 rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate a series of local roads, including North Range Avenue and Wax Road, which keep the experience engaging and require your full attention. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 3.4-mile segment along Magnolia Beach Road. Because the path relies on local infrastructure, you will find it moves at a slower, more deliberate pace compared to a major highway trek.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.4 mi on Magnolia Beach Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Centerville Street Northwest.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Centerville Street Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (LA 16 / North Hummel Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3 miles (LA 64 / Magnolia Beach Road): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Arriving 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 15m. Total distance: 8.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.4 miles on Magnolia Beach Road. 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 (Centerville Street Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (LA 16 / North Hummel Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3 miles (LA 64 / Magnolia Beach Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Central, 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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