Traveling from Hammond to Houma is a straightforward 83.3-mile trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 43 minutes. Since both cities are located in the Southeast region of Louisiana, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $13 for fuel to complete the drive. Because the duration is under two hours, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics, making it an ideal choice for a quick getaway. Whether you are heading south for business or leisure, the route offers a convenient transition between these two hubs without the need for multiple rest stops.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.7 miles from Hammond, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 50m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
26.2 mi
28m
US 90
21.5 mi
27m
I 310
10.9 mi
12m
I 10
9.5 mi
11m
LA 182
6.9 mi
9m
Veterans Avenue
2.9 mi
4m
US 51 Business
1.3 mi
2m
New Orleans Boulevard
1.2 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
— 26.2 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hammond, LA and Houma, LA.
1
Start on West Charles Street
94 ft·8 sec·West Charles Street
2
Turn right onto North Oak Street
0.5 mi·48 sec·North Oak Street
3
Continue on US 51 Business
1.3 mi·2 min·US 51 Business
4
Continue on US 51 Business
198 ft·3 sec·Southwest Railroad Avenue
5
Enter roundabout onto US 51 Business
129 ft·2 sec·Veterans Avenue
6
Continue on US 51 Business
413 ft·7 sec·Veterans Avenue
7
Enter roundabout onto US 51 Business
135 ft·2 sec·Veterans Avenue
8
Continue on US 51 Business
0.2 mi·16 sec·Veterans Avenue
9
Enter roundabout onto US 51 Business
125 ft·2 sec·Veterans Avenue
10
Continue on US 51 Business
2.6 mi·3 min·Veterans Avenue
11
Turn right onto LA 22
0.3 mi·29 sec·LA 22
12
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·31 sec
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·21 sec
14
Merge onto I 55; US 51
26 mi·28 min·Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway
15
Merge onto I 10
9.5 mi·11 min·I 10
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 220Toward I 310 South: Boutte, HoumaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on I 310
11 mi·12 min·I 310
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·55 sec
Toward US 90 West: Houma
19
Merge onto US 90
5.3 mi·7 min·US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on US 90
0.3 mi·26 sec·US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on US 90
0.5 mi·37 sec·US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on US 90
15 mi·18 min·US 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 210Toward LA 182: Houma
24
Keep slight left at fork
490 ft·15 sec
Toward LA 182 West: Houma
25
Turn left
204 ft·5 sec
Toward LA 182 West: Houma
26
Continue on LA 182
6.9 mi·9 min·LA 182
27
Enter roundabout onto LA 182
145 ft·2 sec·New Orleans Boulevard
28
Continue on LA 182
1.2 mi·2 min·New Orleans Boulevard
29
Turn right onto LA 24; LA 182
0.2 mi·19 sec·Park Avenue
30
Turn left onto LA 182
0.2 mi·39 sec·Barrow Street
31
Turn right onto School Street
47 ft·2 sec·School Street
32
Arrive at destination
School Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short trip with zero mandatory stops, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. Aim to time your drive to avoid peak traffic hours on the busier highway sections to ensure a smoother experience. Keep in mind that while the $13 fuel estimate covers the direct 83.3-mile distance, it is always wise to check your vehicle's levels before leaving Hammond. Because there are no designated stops on this specific route, you can easily complete the entire journey in one go. Use the 1 hour and 43 minute drive time to enjoy a podcast or playlist, as you won't need to factor in lengthy breaks or refueling pauses.
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 41.7 miles from Hammond, LA, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.2 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 18 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.7 miles or 50m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Houma, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hammond, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hammond, LA
This is one driving day of about 83.3 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Hammond, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway for about 26.2 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 74.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.8 mi into trip|~3m in|US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue
Enter roundabout onto US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
1.9 mi into trip|~3m in|US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue
Enter roundabout onto US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
2.1 mi into trip|~3m in|US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue
Enter roundabout onto US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
8
41.1 mi into trip|~48m in
Take the exit toward I 310 South: Boutte, Houma
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 220
Toward I 310 South: Boutte, Houma
6
74.7 mi into trip|~1h 30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward LA 182 West: Houma
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward LA 182 West: Houma
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.58 one way
$25.16 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$13.81
$27.62
premium
$4.56
$14.95
$29.90
diesel
$5.61
$18.39
$36.78
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25
0
$8.75
$4.00
Efficient EV
20.8
0
$7.29
$3.33
EV Truck/SUV
33.3
0
$11.66
$5.33
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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 17, 2026
Origin
Hammond, LA
Late night
in Hammond on Sunday
Local time
2:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Houma, LA
Late night
in Houma on Sunday
Local time
2:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 43m 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...
14 mi from route
~36 min detour
Free
near mile 43.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip features a mixed drive profile that balances faster highway travel with localized stretches. You will spend roughly 60% of your time on highways, utilizing a combination of Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway, US 90, and I-310. Expect to settle in during your longest uninterrupted leg, which spans 26.2 miles along the Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway. As you transition between these major arteries, the road environment shifts, requiring you to remain alert as you move from high-speed corridors into different traffic patterns. It is a functional drive that moves you efficiently through the region.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.2 mi on Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 83.3 miles you will encounter 18 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 1.8 miles (US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.9 miles (US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.1 miles (US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Houma is a small city (about 33,000 people in 2019, not including suburbs) in south central Louisiana. It is the seat and largest city in Terrebonne Parish, and the center of the Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux Metropolitan Statistical Area. The region in total is home to a little over 200,000.
Bayou Terrebonne runs through the town roughly east to west between Main Street and Park Avenue, with the Intracostal Waterway running north to south.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 83.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.2 miles on Congressman Jimmy Morrison Highway. 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 Houma, 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 1.8 miles (US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.9 miles (US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.1 miles (US 51 Business / Veterans Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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 Houma, LA before heading back.
