Origin
Houma, LA
Late night in Houma on Tuesday
Local time
5:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Houma, LA to Jackson, 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
2h 41m
Distance
121.9 mi
196 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 31m
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6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 2m
10 AM
2h 49m
12 PM
2h 46m
3 PM
2h 50m
5 PM
3h 1m
8 PM
2h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Houma, LA
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Jackson, LA
Patricia Bozan
Trip Overview
Houma to Jackson is 121.9 miles and takes about 2h 41m via I 10 and Samuels Road, with a fuel budget near $18 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Louisiana, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. The route offers a mixed highway and surface road experience, making it a straightforward, single-day drive. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, this is a manageable trip for anyone looking to connect these two points without a significant time commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
61 miles from Houma, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 31.5 mi | 34m |
| Samuels Road | 16.4 mi | 18m |
| Park Avenue | 14.6 mi | 24m |
| West Airline Highway | 8.9 mi | 10m |
| Louisiana 20 | 8.1 mi | 11m |
| LA 965 | 7.3 mi | 9m |
| LA 3213 | 6.8 mi | 9m |
| Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway | 6.2 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 31.5 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Houma, LA and Jackson, LA.
1
Start on School Street
47 ft
·
7 sec
·
School Street
2
Turn left onto LA 182
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Barrow Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto LA 24
15 mi
·
24 min
·
Park Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on LA 20
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Canal Boulevard
5
Enter roundabout onto LA 20
182 ft
·
4 sec
·
Jackson Street
6
Continue on LA 20
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Jackson Street
7
Continue on LA 20
397 ft
·
8 sec
·
Saint Patrick Bridge
8
Turn straight onto Saint Patrick Street
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Saint Patrick Street
9
Turn left
195 ft
·
7 sec
10
Turn straight onto LA 20
417 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Canal Boulevard
11
Continue on LA 20
8.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Louisiana 20
12
Keep slight left at fork onto LA 20
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
LA 20
13
Turn right onto LA 3127
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
LA 3127
14
Turn left onto LA 3213
6.8 mi
·
9 min
·
LA 3213
15
Turn left onto US 61
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
West Airline Highway
16
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 10 West: Baton Rouge
17
Merge onto I 10
31 mi
·
34 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
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 Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on I 110
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 8C
Toward US 61 North: Natchez
Use the slight right lane.
21
Continue on US 61
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Scenic Highway
22
Continue on US 61
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Samuels Road
23
Turn right onto LA 965
7.3 mi
·
9 min
·
LA 965
24
At end of road, turn right onto LA 10
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
LA 10
25
Arrive at destination
LA 10
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 41m estimated drive time, this trip is easily completed in one day. Leaving in the morning will give you ample time to arrive and still have the afternoon free. The estimated fuel cost of $18 is based on average prices, so it's wise to confirm current rates. With only one stop recommended over 121.9 miles, you can be flexible with your timing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition off I 10 onto surface roads, as services might become less frequent.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 61 miles from Houma, LA, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.5 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 27 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61 miles or 1h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jackson, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Houma, 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 Houma, LA
This is one driving day of about 121.9 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Houma, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 31.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61 miles from Houma, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 92.2 — 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
|
LA 182 / Barrow Street
Turn left onto LA 182 / Barrow Street
Navigation decision point
7
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
LA 24 / Park Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto LA 24 / Park Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
15.6 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
LA 20 / Jackson Street
Enter roundabout onto LA 20 / Jackson Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
8
83.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m 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
92.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 61 North: Natchez
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 8C
Toward US 61 North: Natchez
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.41 one way
$36.82 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $20.21 | $40.42 |
| premium | $4.56 | $21.88 | $43.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.91 | $53.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.80 | $5.85 |
| Efficient EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.67 | $4.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.8 | 0 | $17.07 | $7.80 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Jackson, LA
Late night in Jackson on Tuesday
Local time
5:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 41m 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 features a 53% highway share, meaning you'll spend a good portion of the drive on faster roads like I 10. The longest continuous stretch on the highway is 31.5 miles on I 10. Expect the highway portion to transition to surface roads like Samuels Road and Park Avenue as you approach your destination. The profile is mixed highway and surface, so be prepared for a change in speed and road type.
53% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.5 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 early in the drive near LA 182 / Barrow Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 121.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 182 / Barrow Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (LA 24 / Park Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.6 miles (LA 20 / Jackson Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
155 ft
3 ft
Total Climb
156 ft
Total Descent
14 ft
Highest Point
155 ft
~113.2 mi in
Elevation Range
152 ft
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.
On the drive from Houma, LA to Jackson, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Airport along the way.
Airport
83.4 mi in
|
~1h 51m
|
via I 110
About the Cities
Starting in Houma, LA
Full guide →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.
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 2h 41m. Total distance: 121.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (53%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.5 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 Jackson, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 182 / Barrow Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (LA 24 / Park Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.6 miles (LA 20 / Jackson Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jackson, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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