Origin
Donaldsonville, LA
Morning in Donaldsonville on Tuesday
Local time
6:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Donaldsonville, LA to Marrero, 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
1h 28m
Distance
73.4 mi
118 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Donaldsonville, LA
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Marrero, LA
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Trip Overview
Donaldsonville to Marrero is 73.4 miles and takes about 1 hour 28 minutes via I 10 and LA 70, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Louisiana's Southeast region, offering a relatively quick transit between two points. With 94% of the trip on highways, expect a straightforward commute rather than a winding scenic tour. This route is best suited for a single-day trip, minimizing the need for overnight stays.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 47.3 mi | 54m |
| LA 70 | 10 mi | 12m |
| Pontchartrain Expressway | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| Westbank Expressway | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| Division Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Crescent City Connection | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Marchand Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Barataria Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 47.3 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Donaldsonville, LA and Marrero, LA.
1
Start on LA 1
11 ft
·
2 sec
·
West 10th Street
2
Continue on LA 3089
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Albert Street
3
Continue on LA 3089
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
Marchand Drive
4
Continue on LA 3089
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Division Street
5
Continue on LA 70
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
LA 70
6
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 70
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
LA 70
7
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 70
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
LA 70
8
Keep slight right at fork onto LA 70
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Crawford Leblanc Boulevard
9
Merge onto LA 22
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
LA 22
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 10 East: New Orleans
11
Merge onto I 10
47 mi
·
54 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
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.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 90 BUS
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Pontchartrain Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on US 90 BUS
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Crescent City Connection
15
Continue on US 90 BUS
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Westbank Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 4B
Toward LA 45: Barataria Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn straight onto Westbank Expressway
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Westbank Expressway
Use the left / straight lanes.
18
Turn right onto LA 45
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Barataria Boulevard
19
Arrive at destination
LA 18
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.7 miles from Donaldsonville, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 13.3 and 73.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
13.3 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
60.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m 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
64.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
US 90 BUS / Pontchartrain Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 90 BUS / Pontchartrain Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
72.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
Take the exit toward LA 45: Barataria Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 4B
Toward LA 45: Barataria Boulevard
5
73.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
|
LA 45 / Barataria Boulevard
Turn right onto LA 45 / Barataria Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.09 one way
$22.17 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $12.17 | $24.34 |
| premium | $4.56 | $13.17 | $26.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.21 | $32.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22 | 0 | $7.71 | $3.52 |
| Efficient EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.42 | $2.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.28 | $4.70 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Marrero, LA
Morning in Marrero on Tuesday
Local time
6:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°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
16 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
1h 28m 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?
You'll spend most of your time on highways, with 94% of the 73.4 miles on faster roads like I 10 and Pontchartrain Expressway. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 47.3 miles on I 10. The transition to surface roads will occur as you approach Marrero, likely with more frequent exits and local traffic to navigate.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 47.3 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and LA 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13.3 miles in near I 10.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.4 miles you will encounter 11 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 13.3 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.6 miles (I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.1 miles (US 90 BUS / Pontchartrain Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Donaldsonville, LA and Marrero, LA, road signs point toward New Orleans and Business District.
New Orleans
60.6 mi in
|
~1h 11m
|
via I 10
Business District
60.6 mi in
|
~1h 11m
|
via I 10
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 73.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 47.3 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 2 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Marrero, 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 13.3 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.6 miles (I 10 / Pontchartrain Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.1 miles (US 90 BUS / Pontchartrain Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Marrero, 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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