Origin
French Settlement, LA
Morning in French Settlement on Sunday
Local time
6:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from French Settlement, LA to Union Landing, LA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
21m
Distance
8.1 mi
13 km
Drive Score
4/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
★
6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 22m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
French Settlement, LA
TBD Traveller
Union Landing, LA
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Trip Overview
French Settlement to Union Landing is 8.1 miles and takes about 21 minutes via LA 444 and Union Landing Road, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Louisiana's Southeast region, offering a quick drive that's perfect for a single day. You'll be on mostly highway, so expect a straightforward journey without many detours. It's a practical option if you're looking for a brief transit between these two points, ideal for a quick hop rather than an extended exploration.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| LA 444 | 7.1 mi | 17m |
| Union Landing Road | 1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
LA 444
— 7.1 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between French Settlement, LA and Union Landing, LA.
1
Start on LA 444
7.1 mi
·
17 min
·
LA 444
2
Turn right onto Union Landing Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Union Landing Road
3
Arrive at destination
Union Landing Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
1 of 11 decision points cluster around mile 7.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
7.1 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
Union Landing Road
Turn right onto Union Landing Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.22 one way
$2.45 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $1.34 | $2.69 |
| premium | $4.56 | $1.45 | $2.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.79 | $3.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.8 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 | 2.4 | 0 | $0.85 | $0.39 |
| Efficient EV | 2 | 0 | $0.71 | $0.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.13 | $0.52 |
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
Union Landing, LA
Morning in Union Landing on Sunday
Local time
6:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°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
3 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
21m 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 route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 87% of the journey on main roads like LA 444 and Union Landing Road. You'll experience a longest stretch of 7.1 miles on LA 444, offering a consistent pace for a good portion of the trip. The character is likely that of a well-maintained, direct path designed for efficient travel. Expect minimal interruptions and a steady speed suitable for this short transit.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
3 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.1 mi on LA 444.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on LA 444 and Union Landing Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 7.1 miles in near Union Landing Road.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from French Settlement, LA to Union Landing, LA is easy. At 21m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 7.1 miles (Union Landing Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 21m. Total distance: 8.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.1 miles on LA 444. 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.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 7.1 miles (Union Landing Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Union Landing, 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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