Origin
Springfield, LA
Morning in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
9:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, LA to Union Landing, LA
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
15.2 mi
24 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 38m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springfield, LA
Maive & Nahuel Fotografía
Union Landing, LA
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Trip Overview
Springfield, LA to Union Landing, LA is 15.2 miles and takes about 32 minutes via LA 444 and Highway 22, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region of Louisiana, making it a quick hop between two points. Given its brief duration, it’s ideal for a day trip or as a connector on a larger journey. You'll primarily be on main roads, so expect a straightforward drive with minimal complexity. This route is best suited if you're looking for efficiency and direct travel without significant detours.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| LA 444 | 7.7 mi | 18m |
| Highway 22 | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| Union Landing Road | 1 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
LA 444
— 7.7 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, LA and Union Landing, LA.
1
Start on LA 22; LA 1037
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto LA 22
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Highway 22
3
Turn right onto LA 444
7.7 mi
·
18 min
·
LA 444
4
Turn left onto Union Landing Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Union Landing Road
5
Arrive at destination
Union Landing Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 14.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
LA 22 / Highway 22
Turn right onto LA 22 / Highway 22
Navigation decision point
4
6.5 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
LA 444
Turn right onto LA 444
Navigation decision point
4
14.2 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
Union Landing Road
Turn left onto Union Landing Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.30 one way
$4.59 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.52 | $5.04 |
| premium | $4.56 | $2.73 | $5.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.36 | $6.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.60 | $0.73 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.33 | $0.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.13 | $0.97 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Union Landing, LA
Morning in Union Landing on Sunday
Local time
9:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°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
32m 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 is a highway-focused drive, with 91% of the journey taking place on main roads. You'll experience a longest stretch of 7.7 miles on LA 444, offering a good amount of uninterrupted driving. The route transitions from LA 444 to Highway 22, and finally to Union Landing Road, suggesting a progression through different types of paved surfaces and potentially varying speed limits as you approach your destination. Expect a relatively consistent driving experience, largely bypassing local traffic for most of the 15.2 miles.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
5 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.7 mi on LA 444.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on LA 444 and Highway 22. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near LA 22 / Highway 22.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Springfield, LA to Union Landing, LA is easy. At 32m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (LA 22 / Highway 22): Navigation decision point; at 6.5 miles (LA 444): Navigation decision point; at 14.2 miles (Union Landing Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 32m. Total distance: 15.2 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 (91%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.7 miles on LA 444. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: at 0.4 miles (LA 22 / Highway 22): Navigation decision point; at 6.5 miles (LA 444): Navigation decision point; at 14.2 miles (Union Landing Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Union Landing, 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.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
More trips to Union Landing, LA
Explore more options from Springfield, LA or browse trips ending in Union Landing, LA.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse LA road trips.