Spanning 166.3 miles across Louisiana, this route from New Llano to Maryland is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 49 minutes to complete. Because the duration is relatively short, you can easily handle this as a one-day trip without needing to book an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $23 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating this path requires you to stick primarily to local roads like Main Street, South 5th Street, and Kurthwood Road, rather than high-speed interstates. It is a practical option if you prefer a direct, local transit through the Southeast region of the state.
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
87.9 miles from New Llano, LA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 41m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 49
60.2 mi
1h
US 190
54.8 mi
1h 11m
Alexandria Highway
48 mi
55m
Jefferson Highway
3 mi
4m
South 5th Street
2.8 mi
4m
Macarthur Drive
1.6 mi
2m
Scotland Avenue
1.6 mi
3m
Scenic Highway
1.4 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 60.2 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Llano, LA and Maryland, LA.
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Start on US 171
0.1 mi·18 sec·Main Street
2
Continue on US 171
0.2 mi·26 sec·Main Street
3
Continue on US 171
2.8 mi·4 min·South 5th Street
4
Turn right onto LA 1213
0.4 mi·39 sec·Kurthwood Road
5
Merge onto LA 8; LA 28
48 mi·55 min·Alexandria Highway
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·20 sec
7
Merge onto US 71; US 165
1.6 mi·2 min·Macarthur Drive
8
Enter roundabout onto US 71
0.4 mi·35 sec·Jefferson Highway
9
Continue on US 71
2.6 mi·4 min·Jefferson Highway
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 49 South: Opelousas
11
Merge onto I 49
60 mi·1 hr·I 49
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas
13
Keep slight left at fork
362 ft·9 sec
Toward US 190 East: Baton Rouge
14
Merge onto US 190
49 mi·1 hr 3 min·US 190
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 190; LA 1
5.4 mi·7 min·US 190; LA 1
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Take the exit onto US 190 Business
0.2 mi·28 sec·US 190 Business
17
Turn straight onto US 61 Bus; US 190 Bus
0.1 mi·17 sec·Scenic Highway
18
Continue on US 61 Bus; US 190 Bus
1.3 mi·2 min·Scenic Highway
19
Turn slight right onto LA 19
1.6 mi·3 min·Scotland Avenue
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Turn right
86 ft·6 sec
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Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact 166.3-mile drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Plan for at least one stop along the way to break up the 2-hour and 49-minute duration, which helps maintain your focus on the winding local roads. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, stay alert for frequent transitions between Main Street, South 5th Street, and Kurthwood Road. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before heading out, as the $23 estimated cost may fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency. Mapping out your single planned stop in advance will ensure a smoother, more predictable journey through this part of Louisiana.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 87.9 miles from New Llano, LA, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.2 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 39 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 87.9 miles or 1h 41m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maryland, LA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New Llano, 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 New Llano, LA
This is one driving day of about 175.9 miles and 3h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from New Llano, 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 49 for about 60.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.2 and 117.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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3.2 mi into trip|~5m in|LA 1213 / Kurthwood Road
Turn right onto LA 1213 / Kurthwood Road
Navigation decision point
4
3.5 mi into trip|~5m in|LA 8; LA 28 / Alexandria Highway
Merge onto LA 8; LA 28 / Alexandria Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining
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117.2 mi into trip|~2h 10m in
Take the exit toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 190: Baton Rouge, Opelousas
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117.7 mi into trip|~2h 12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 190 East: Baton Rouge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 190 East: Baton Rouge
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117.8 mi into trip|~2h 12m in|US 190
Merge onto US 190
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.57 one way
$53.13 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg62 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$29.16
$58.32
premium
$4.56
$31.57
$63.14
diesel
$5.61
$38.84
$77.67
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 61.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
52.8
0
$18.47
$8.44
Efficient EV
44
0
$15.39
$7.04
EV Truck/SUV
70.4
0
$24.63
$11.26
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
New Llano, LA
Morning
in New Llano on Sunday
Local time
7:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Maryland, LA
Morning
in Maryland on Sunday
Local time
7:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
81°F
Broussard, LA
88 mi in
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
1 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
3h 29m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway experience, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will not find any long, uninterrupted stretches of road here, as the longest segment on Main Street is 0 miles. Instead, the character of the drive is defined by constant adjustments and local maneuvering. Because you are avoiding major highways entirely, the pace remains steady but requires your full attention at every turn. It is a hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the local road network from start to finish.
66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 60.2 mi on I 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and US 190. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.2 miles in near LA 1213 / Kurthwood Road.
Driving Effort8/10
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 175.9 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: at 3.2 miles (LA 1213 / Kurthwood Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (LA 8; LA 28 / Alexandria Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 117.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 New Llano, LA to Maryland, LA, road signs begin pointing toward Opelousas along the way.
Opelousas
117.2 mi in|~2h 10m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 29m. Total distance: 175.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 60.2 miles on I 49. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Maryland, 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 3.2 miles (LA 1213 / Kurthwood Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (LA 8; LA 28 / Alexandria Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 117.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Maryland, LA, but most travelers stay overnight.
