Origin
Laplace, LA
Late night in Laplace on Tuesday
Local time
3:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Laplace, LA to Waggaman, 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
42m
Distance
26.8 mi
43 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
7 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Laplace, LA
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Waggaman, LA
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Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Laplace to Waggaman, you can expect a straightforward 26.8-mile journey that typically takes about 42 minutes to complete. This Southeast Louisiana route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget approximately $4 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Because this is a relatively short drive, it offers great flexibility for your schedule. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a local visit, the trip is efficient and easy to navigate.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Airline Highway | 14.9 mi | 20m |
| Airline Drive | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Huey P. Long Bridge | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| LA 18 | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| South Clearview Parkway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Earhart Expressway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Dickory Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Gambino Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Airline Highway
— 14.9 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laplace, LA and Waggaman, LA.
1
Start on this road
41 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto US 61
15 mi
·
20 min
·
West Airline Highway
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on US 61
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Airline Drive
4
Turn right onto LA 3154
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Hickory Avenue
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on LA 3154
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Dickory Avenue
6
Turn left onto LA 3139
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Earhart Expressway
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward LA 3152: Clearview Parkway, Huey P Long Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward Clearview Parkway, Huey P Long Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto LA 3152
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South Clearview Parkway
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 90
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Huey P. Long Bridge
11
Continue on LA 18
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
LA 18
Use the right lane.
12
Turn left onto Avondale Garden Road
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Avondale Garden Road
13
Continue on Gambino Road
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Gambino Road
14
Arrive at destination
Gambino Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 20.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 61 / West Airline Highway
Turn right onto US 61 / West Airline Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
18.5 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
LA 3154 / Hickory Avenue
Turn right onto LA 3154 / Hickory Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
20 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward LA 3152: Clearview Parkway, Huey P Long Bridge
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.
Toward LA 3152: Clearview Parkway, Huey P Long...
9
20.3 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Clearview Parkway, Huey P Long Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Clearview Parkway, Huey P Long Bridge
5
20.6 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
LA 3152 / South Clearview Parkway
Merge onto LA 3152 / South Clearview Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.05 one way
$8.09 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.44 | $8.89 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.81 | $9.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.92 | $11.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8 | 0 | $2.81 | $1.29 |
| Efficient EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.34 | $1.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.75 | $1.72 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Waggaman, LA
Late night in Waggaman on Tuesday
Local time
3:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
42m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that requires your full attention as you transition between different road types. You will spend about 16 miles on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 14.9 miles on West Airline Highway. The path relies heavily on West Airline Highway and Airline Drive before eventually navigating across the Huey P. Long Bridge. While the route isn't a long-haul interstate cruise, the mix of local roads keeps the driving experience varied. Be prepared for the transition from highway speeds to the more technical, turn-heavy sections near your destination.
Only 16% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.9 mi on West Airline Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 61 / West Airline Highway.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 26.8 miles you will encounter 7 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: near the start (US 61 / West Airline Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.5 miles (LA 3154 / Hickory Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 20 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Starting in Laplace, LA
Full guide →LaPlace is an Unincorporated Community on the east bank of the Mississippi River in the historic "German Coast" section of the Acadiana region of Louisiana. It is just a short distance west of Greater New Orleans. LaPlace is the largest community in St. John the Baptist Parish. Around Mardi Gras time, the hotels in New Orleans, Metairie, and Kenner may be booked up, so LaPlace is a good alternative, 20 minutes drive from Kenner and Metairie, about 30 or 35 minutes from New Orleans. Until Katrina hit in 2005 this was a relatively small town with a few high schools, a Wal-mart, some strip malls, and a couple of good places to eat. LaPlace has grown significantly in the 2010s, but there is still not much to do here.
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 42m. Total distance: 26.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.9 miles on West Airline Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 3 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Waggaman, 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: near the start (US 61 / West Airline Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.5 miles (LA 3154 / Hickory Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 20 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Waggaman, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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