Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
32m
Distance
18.2 mi
29 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maryland, LA
Styves Exantus
Watson, LA
Abhishek Navlakha
This short 18.2-mile drive from Maryland to Watson, Louisiana, will only take about 32 minutes, making it an easy one-day trip. You'll primarily navigate local roads like Comite Drive, Thomas Road, and Magnolia Bridge Road, with only about 16% of the journey on highways. Given the minimal distance and short travel time, this route is perfect for a quick excursion without needing an overnight stay. Budgeting around $3 for fuel should cover this short hop. The drive offers a straightforward local feel as you traverse within the Southeast region of Louisiana.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Comite Drive | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Thomas Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Magnolia Bridge Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| LA 16 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Gurney Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Sullivan Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Wax Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Blackwater Road | 1.3 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Maryland, LA and Watson, LA.
Start on this road
Turn right onto LA 19
Turn right onto LA 423
Continue on Comite Drive
At end of road, turn left onto LA 410
Turn right onto Gurney Road
Enter roundabout
Continue
Continue on Gurney Road
Enter roundabout onto Sullivan Road
Continue on Sullivan Road
Turn left onto LA 3034
Continue on LA 3034
Continue on LA 64
Turn left onto LA 1019
Turn right onto Amite Church Road
Turn left onto LA 16
Turn right onto LA 1019
Turn slight right
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 14.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto LA 19 / Scotland Avenue
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto LA 410 / Blackwater Road
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Enter roundabout onto Sullivan Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn left onto LA 1019
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$2.75 one way
$5.50 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.02 | $6.03 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.27 | $6.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.02 | $8.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.91 | $0.87 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.59 | $0.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.55 | $1.16 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Maryland on Sunday
Local time
5:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Watson on Sunday
Local time
5:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the majority of this 18.2-mile trip. With a highway share of just 16%, you'll spend most of your time on roads like Comite Drive, Thomas Road, and Magnolia Bridge Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 2.9 miles along Comite Drive. This route is characterized by frequent turns and navigating through local areas, rather than open highway cruising. It's a route that demands your attention as you make your way through Louisiana's local byways.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near LA 19 / Scotland Avenue.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 32m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 19 / Scotland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 6.2 miles (LA 410 / Blackwater Road): Navigation decision point; at 9 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 32m. Total distance: 18.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (16%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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