Origin
Maryland, LA
Late night in Maryland on Sunday
Local time
5:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maryland, LA to Abbeville, LA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 46m
Distance
85.6 mi
138 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 39m
★
6 AM
1h 47m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 52m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 53m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maryland, LA
Styves Exantus
Abbeville, LA
Jan van der Wolf
Trip Overview
Maryland, LA to Abbeville, LA is 85.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 46 minutes via I 10 and Maurice Avenue, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region of Louisiana, offering a straightforward journey. Primarily a highway-focused drive, it's a practical option for a quick trip between these two points. You'll find the drive manageable for a single day, with a clear route and estimated costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.8 miles from Maryland, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 55 mi | 1h 2m |
| Maurice Avenue | 9.5 mi | 12m |
| Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway | 5.7 mi | 7m |
| Johnston Street | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Ambassador Caffery Parkway | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| North Ambassador Caffery Parkway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Scotland Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 55 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maryland, LA and Abbeville, LA.
1
Start on this road
86 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto LA 19
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Scotland Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left
305 ft
·
9 sec
Toward I 110 South: Baton Rouge
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
this road
Toward I 110 South: Baton Rouge
5
Merge onto I 110
1.8 mi
·
2 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 right at fork
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 1I
Toward I 10 West: Lafayette
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 10
55 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto US 167
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
US 167
Toward LA 3184
10
Turn left onto US 167; LA 3184
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Ambassador Caffery Parkway
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
12
Turn straight onto Ambassador Caffery Parkway
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Ambassador Caffery Parkway
13
Turn right onto US 167
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Johnston Street
14
Continue on US 167
9.5 mi
·
12 min
·
Maurice Avenue
15
Turn left onto LA 14
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
West Summers Drive
16
Turn right onto LA 82
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North State Street
17
Turn left onto LA 82; LA 14 Bus
354 ft
·
11 sec
·
Peace Street
18
Turn left onto LA 82; LA 14 Business
397 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Saint Charles Street
19
Arrive at destination
LA 82
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of about 1 hour and 46 minutes, this trip is easily completed in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. With a fuel cost estimated at $13, planning your fuel stops should be straightforward. Keep an eye on the 55-mile stretch on I 10; ensure you have enough fuel before entering this longer segment to avoid needing to exit prematurely. There are no specific recommended stops mentioned, so you can decide on breaks as needed.
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 42.8 miles from Maryland, LA, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55 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 19 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.8 miles or 51m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Abbeville, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Maryland, LA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Maryland, LA
This is one driving day of about 85.6 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Maryland, LA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 55 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.8 miles from Maryland, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 9 — 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 19 / Scotland Avenue
Turn left onto LA 19 / Scotland Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Turn left toward I 110 South: Baton Rouge
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 110 South: Baton Rouge
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 110 / Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway
Merge onto I 110 / Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
8.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 10 West: Lafayette
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 1I
Toward I 10 West: Lafayette
5
9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.93 one way
$25.86 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $14.19 | $28.38 |
| premium | $4.56 | $15.36 | $30.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.90 | $37.80 |
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: 29.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.7 | 0 | $8.99 | $4.11 |
| Efficient EV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.49 | $3.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.2 | 0 | $11.98 | $5.48 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Abbeville, LA
Late night in Abbeville on Sunday
Local time
5:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°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 46m 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 79% of the journey on main roads like I 10 and Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway. You'll experience a longest stretch of 55 miles on I 10, indicating a significant period of steady highway travel. While much of the drive is on the interstate, the final approach into Abbeville will likely involve local roads like Maurice Avenue, offering a change of pace from the higher speeds of the freeway.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Maurice Avenue. 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 19 / Scotland Avenue.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 85.6 miles you will encounter 13 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 (LA 19 / Scotland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (I 110 / Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 46m. Total distance: 85.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55 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 Abbeville, 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 (LA 19 / Scotland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (I 110 / Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freeway): 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 Abbeville, 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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