Origin
Jackson, LA
Late night in Jackson on Tuesday
Local time
4:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Jackson, LA to Houma, 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 38m
Distance
121.6 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 28m
★
6 AM
2h 39m
8 AM
3h 0m
10 AM
2h 46m
12 PM
2h 44m
3 PM
2h 47m
5 PM
2h 59m
8 PM
2h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jackson, LA
Patricia Bozan
Houma, LA
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Trip Overview
Jackson, LA to Houma, LA is 121.6 miles and takes about 2h 38m via I 10 and US 61, with a fuel budget near $18 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within Louisiana, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. Expect a highway-focused experience for most of the journey, making it a straightforward trip. Given the relatively short distance and duration, this route is well-suited for a single-day excursion, allowing ample time for your destination.
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
60.8 miles from Jackson, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 31.3 mi | 34m |
| US 61 | 20.1 mi | 24m |
| Main Street | 14.3 mi | 22m |
| LA 20 | 11.1 mi | 15m |
| Airline Highway | 9.1 mi | 11m |
| LA 965 | 7.3 mi | 9m |
| LA 641 | 6.8 mi | 9m |
| Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway | 6.2 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 31.3 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, LA and Houma, LA.
1
Start on LA 10
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Charter Street
2
Turn left onto LA 965
7.3 mi
·
9 min
·
LA 965
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 61; LA 10
20 mi
·
24 min
·
US 61; LA 10
4
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 110 South: Baton Rouge
5
Continue on I 110
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 110
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 110
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 10
31 mi
·
34 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 187
Toward US 61 South: Gramercy
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto US 61
9.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Airline Highway
11
Turn right onto LA 641; LA 3213
6.8 mi
·
9 min
·
LA 641; LA 3213
12
Turn right onto LA 3127
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
LA 3127
13
Turn left onto LA 20
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
LA 20
14
Turn straight onto LA 20
9.0 mi
·
12 min
·
LA 20
15
Continue on LA 20
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Louisiana 20
16
Continue on LA 20
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
North Canal Boulevard
17
Turn right onto Saint Patrick Street
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Saint Patrick Street
18
Continue on LA 20
397 ft
·
8 sec
·
Saint Patrick Bridge
19
Continue on LA 1; LA 20
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Jackson Street
20
Enter roundabout onto LA 20
139 ft
·
2 sec
·
Canal Boulevard
21
Continue on LA 20
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Canal Boulevard
22
Continue on LA 20
14 mi
·
22 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
23
Turn right onto LA 312
198 ft
·
10 sec
·
Lafayette Street
24
Turn left onto School Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
School Street
25
Arrive at destination
School Street
Trip Plan
With a total drive time under 3 hours, this trip offers great flexibility. You can easily depart in the morning and arrive at your destination with plenty of daylight remaining. The fuel cost is estimated at $18, so plan accordingly. Since the longest stretch on I 10 is 31.3 miles, keep an eye on your fuel gauge before entering that segment, especially if you're running low. There's only one recommended stop point, so consider making it a quick one to maximize your time at your destination.
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 60.8 miles from Jackson, LA, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.3 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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.8 miles or 1h 13m 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 4m
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 Jackson, 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 Jackson, LA
This is one driving day of about 121.6 miles and 2h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Jackson, 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 31.3 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 60.8 miles from Jackson, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 29.3 and 106.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
29.3 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward I 110 South: Baton Rouge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 110 South: Baton Rouge
6
38 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
5
38.6 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
69.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward US 61 South: Gramercy
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 187
Toward US 61 South: Gramercy
5
106.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 13m in
|
LA 20 / Canal Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto LA 20 / Canal Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.36 one way
$36.73 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $20.16 | $40.32 |
| premium | $4.56 | $21.83 | $43.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.85 | $53.70 |
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: 42.5 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 | 36.5 | 0 | $12.77 | $5.84 |
| Efficient EV | 30.4 | 0 | $10.64 | $4.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.6 | 0 | $17.02 | $7.78 |
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
Houma, LA
Late night in Houma on Tuesday
Local time
4:09 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 38m 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 highway driving, with 72% of the journey on major roadways. You'll spend a good portion of your time on I 10, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 31.3 miles. The character shifts as you move from I 10 to US 61 and then onto Main Street as you approach Houma. While largely highway-focused, the transition onto local roads near the end offers a change of pace. Overall, expect a functional drive designed for efficiency.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.3 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and US 61. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 29.3 miles in.
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 14 significant decision points across 121.6 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: at 29.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 38 miles (I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.6 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving 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 38m. Total distance: 121.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.3 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 Houma, 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: at 29.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 38 miles (I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.6 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Houma, 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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