Estelle, LA to Maryland, LA is 94.6 miles and takes about 2 hours via I 10, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Louisiana, traversing the Southeast region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip designed for efficient travel between these two points. Given its short duration and the primary use of major interstates, this route is ideal for a quick transit or as part of a larger journey. Plan for a smooth ride with minimal detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.3 miles from Estelle, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 4m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
70.8 mi
1h 20m
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
6.2 mi
8m
LA 3152
3.8 mi
7m
Westbank Expressway
3.6 mi
4m
Ames Boulevard
3.4 mi
7m
US 90
2.6 mi
3m
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway
1.8 mi
2m
Scotland Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 70.8 mi, about 1h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Estelle, LA and Maryland, LA.
1
Start on Oklahoma Drive
466 ft·22 sec·Oklahoma Drive
2
Turn right onto Ames Boulevard
3.4 mi·7 min·Ames Boulevard
3
Turn left onto Westbank Expressway
3.6 mi·4 min·Westbank Expressway
4
Turn right onto Nine Mile Point Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Nine Mile Point Road
5
Continue on West Nine Mile Point Road
0.2 mi·26 sec·West Nine Mile Point Road
6
Turn right onto US 90; LA 18
2.6 mi·3 min·US 90; LA 18
7
Continue on LA 3152
3.8 mi·7 min·LA 3152
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·50 sec
Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·41 sec
10
Merge onto I 10
71 mi·1 hr 20 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 110
6.2 mi·8 min·Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 110
1.8 mi·2 min·Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·51 sec
Exit 8AToward LA 19: Scotlandville, BakerUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn right onto LA 19
0.7 mi·1 min·Scotland Avenue
15
Turn right
86 ft·6 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just 2 hours, you have plenty of flexibility for when to depart. Leaving anytime in the morning or early afternoon will comfortably get you to your destination before evening. Since the longest stretch is 70.8 miles, you'll likely only need one fuel stop, if any, with a budget of around $14 for gas. The route is primarily interstate, so keep an eye on traffic conditions around larger towns, though this drive is short enough that it shouldn't cause significant delays. Consider this a quick hop rather than a long haul.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 47.3 miles from Estelle, LA, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 21 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.3 miles or 1h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maryland, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Estelle, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Estelle, LA
This is one driving day of about 94.6 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Estelle, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 70.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 93.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Ames Boulevard
Turn right onto Ames Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
3.5 mi into trip|~7m in|Westbank Expressway
Turn left onto Westbank Expressway
Navigation decision point
5
14.8 mi into trip|~27m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
85.6 mi into trip|~1h 47m in|I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 110 North: Downtown, Metro Airport
8
93.6 mi into trip|~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward LA 19: Scotlandville, Baker
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 8A
Toward LA 19: Scotlandville, Baker
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.29 one way
$28.57 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$15.68
$31.37
premium
$4.56
$16.98
$33.96
diesel
$5.61
$20.89
$41.77
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.4
0
$9.93
$4.54
Efficient EV
23.7
0
$8.28
$3.78
EV Truck/SUV
37.8
0
$13.24
$6.05
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Estelle, LA
Morning
in Estelle on Sunday
Local time
7:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Maryland, LA
Morning
in Maryland on Sunday
Local time
7:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
19 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
2h 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Discover the roots of jazz at the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, our park offers live performances, exhibits, and programs that celebrate the le...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 94% of the journey on major roads like I 10 and Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 70.8 miles on I 10, offering a consistent pace. The route is largely characterized by its interstate nature, meaning you can expect relatively fast and direct travel for the majority of the 94.6 miles. LA 3152 also contributes to this highway feel, making for a predictable driving experience.
94% 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: 70.8 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Ames Boulevard.
Driving Effort6/10
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 94.6 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 0.1 miles (Ames Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (Westbank Expressway): Navigation decision point; at 14.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
70 ft-5 ft
Total Climb
92 ft
Total Descent
22 ft
Highest Point
70 ft
~94.6 mi in
Elevation Range
75 ft
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 Estelle, LA to Maryland, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Airport along the way.
Airport
85.6 mi in|~1h 47m|via I 110
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h. Total distance: 94.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 70.8 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 Maryland, LA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Ames Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (Westbank Expressway): Navigation decision point; at 14.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 Maryland, LA before heading back.
